- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 500 kcal
Quick summary
“Prepare this delicious Feijão Tropeiro Mineiro for a healthy and delicious meal. Its meats and calabresa sausage give flavor and consistency to the recipe.”
What you need to know
- Cook the carioca beans in a pressure cooker for a special flavor.
- Combine dried meat and calabresa sausage in the beans to give an intense flavor.
- Add the crispy pork rinds at the end for an extra touch of flavor.
- Serve accompanied by rice and a fresh salad.
- The recipe is simple and quick, making it a great option for quick meals.
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of cooked pinto beans
- 200g of desalted and chopped dried meat
- 100g calabresa sausage, sliced
- 1 chopped onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup of crispy pork rinds
- 1 tablespoon oil or lard
- Green seasoning to taste
- For extra flavor, season with freshly ground black pepper.
- If you prefer, swap the sausage for bacon for an even more traditional flavor.
- Cook the beans with a bay leaf for a special aroma.
- Serve accompanied by rice and a fresh salad to balance the dish.
- Cracklings can be added at the end or served on the side, according to preference.
Instructions
Principal
- In a pressure cooker, cook the pinto beans until soft, about 30 minutes after the pressure starts.
- Dissolve the dried meat in a separate pan with a little water and cook for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat the oil or lard and add the onion and garlic to sauté until golden.
- Add the Calabrian sausage and fry for a few minutes until golden.
- Add the cooked beans to the pan, mixing well with the other ingredients.
- Let it cook over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add the shredded dried meat to the beans and mix everything again.
- Finish with crispy pork rinds and green onions to taste before serving.
Chef's tips
- Add the bay leaf to the carioca beans for a special aroma.
- Use lard instead of oil for an even more intense flavor.
- Add the dried meat and calabresa sausage to the beans over low heat to avoid burning.
Variations
- Add a little lemon to the beans to give a touch of acidity.
- Replace the calabresa sausage with tomato paste to add extra flavor.
- Add a little tomato sauce to the beans to give a more intense flavor.
Substitutions
- Substitute the calabresa sausage with bacon for an even more traditional flavor.
- Replace the carne seca with cooked vegetables for a healthier version.
- Replace the pork rinds with cooked bread for an extra touch of flavor.
How to store
The Feijão Tropeiro Mineiro must be consumed within 3 days after cooking to maintain its flavor.
Can it be frozen?
It will not freeze. Feijão Tropeiro Mineiro loses its flavor and consistency when frozen.
What to serve with
- White rice to give a touch of lightness to the recipe.
- Green leaf salad to balance the dish.
- A glass of orange juice to complete the meal.
Frequently asked questions
How do I thaw Feijão Tropeiro Mineiro?
Feijão Tropeiro Mineiro should not be thawed, as it loses its flavor and consistency when frozen.
Como eu substituo a carne seca?
You can replace the dried meat with cooked vegetables, such as spinach or broccoli, for a healthier version.
Can the Feijão Tropeiro be frozen?
No, the feijão tropeiro loses its flavor and consistency when frozen.
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