Feïjao

Feïjao which is pronounced “Fay-jyan,” is a very popular dish in Brazil. It is made with Brazilian black beans, previously soaked in water for 12 hours. The beans are next put in cold water and simmered for several hours. They are then mixed with cooked onions and tomato sauce, all highly seasoned with salt and pepper. Sometimes fat pork or sausages—thouriços—are also added to the dish,