Kosher Feijoada

Ingredients

• •1 lb dried black beans
• •1 tbsp vegetable oil
• •1 large onion, diced
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 green bell pepper, diced
• •1 1/2 lb beef brisket, cut into chunks
• •12 oz kosher beef sausage, sliced
• •8 oz smoked beef or pastrami ends, diced
• •2 bay leaves
• •1 tsp ground cumin
• •1 tsp sweet paprika
• •8 cups water or beef stock
• •1 orange, halved (optional)
• •Salt and black pepper to taste
• •Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the black beans overnight, then drain.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a heavy pot and sauté the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.

3. 3

   Add the brisket, sausage, and smoked beef and cook until lightly browned.

4. 4

   Stir in the beans, bay leaves, cumin, paprika, and water or stock.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, then reduce to a very gentle simmer; add the orange halves if using.

6. 6

   Cook for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the broth thickens.

7. 7

   Season with salt and pepper, removing the orange and bay leaves before serving.

8. 8

   Serve hot with rice and simple greens or orange slices on the side.