Though each region has its own variations, “basically”, she explains, “feijoada is a rich bean stew with pork and sausages”. View image in fullscreen Márcia of the Plant Based Portuguese website uses tempeh soaked in soy, garlic and paprika. View image in fullscreen Nuno Mendes’ feijoada uses all manner of bean varieties. Márcia of the Plant Based Portuguese website uses tinned beans (kidney or white) and simmers them with aromatics. Feijoada is really all about the meat, even if you don’t use a lot of it.

Source: The Guardian April 05, 2026 15:15 UTC