Feijão Tropeiro

Feijão Tropeiro is a hearty Brazilian breakfast dish that features a delightful combination of beans, crispy bacon, and flavorful spices, making it a perfect start to the day. Packed with protein and rich in flavor, this dish is sure to satisfy your morning hunger.

Ingredients

• Black beans - 200 grams, cooked
• Bacon - 100 grams, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Chopped parsley - 2 tablespoons
• Cornmeal - 50 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the cooked black beans to the skillet and stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Sprinkle the cornmeal over the bean mixture and stir well, allowing it to toast slightly for about 2-3 minutes.
5. In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up or to your preference.
6. To serve, divide the bean mixture onto two plates, top with crispy bacon, a fried egg, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 210 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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