How do I veganize feijoada experience the plant-based twist on this brazilian classic?

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Calling all veggie lovers! Discover our vegan Feijoada recipe that captures the essence of the original dish, minus the meat. Celebrate flavor, compassion, and a taste of Brazil!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I veganize Feijoada Experience the plant-based twist on this Brazilian classic. Items include:  Black beans  Olive oil  Onion  Garlic cloves  Carrots  Bell peppers  Bay leaves  Cumin  Paprika  Smoked paprika  Vegetable broth  Vegan sausages  Salt and pepper  Rice  Fresh cilantro  Lime
  • Black beans 1 cup (soaked)
  • Olive oil 2 tablespoons
  • Onion 1
  • Garlic cloves 3
  • Carrots 2
  • Bell peppers 2
  • Bay leaves 2
  • Cumin 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon
  • Vegetable broth 4 cups
  • Vegan sausages 4
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Rice for serving
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime for serving

Take note
Remember to always read the ingredient labels to ensure they are vegan-friendly. Also, keep in mind that Feijoada traditionally takes a while to cook, but we promise it's worth the wait!

1

Soaking the black beans

Start by soaking 1 cup of black beans in water overnight. This will help them cook faster and more evenly.

2

Sautéing the veggies

In a large pot, heat some olive oil (about 2 tablespoons) and sauté 1 onion, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 2 carrots (diced), and 2 bell peppers (chopped) until they are slightly softened.

3

Adding the beans and spices

Drain and rinse the soaked black beans, then add them to the pot with the sautéed veggies. Also, add 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika.

4

Simmering the Feijoada

Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the beans and veggies (about 4 cups). Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.

5

Adding the vegan sausage

Slice 4 vegan sausages into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pot. Let everything simmer for another 20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

6

Adjusting the seasoning

Taste the Feijoada and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add salt, pepper, or more spices according to your preference.

7

Serving and enjoying

Remove the bay leaves and serve your vegan Feijoada over rice. Top it off with some fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and enjoy the party in your mouth!