Brazilian Crock Pot Beans

Savor the rich, smoky flavors of Brazilian Crock Pot Beans, a comforting and hearty slow-cooked dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Featuring tender pinto beans simmered to perfection with smoky sausage, aromatic vegetables, and bold spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this recipe is a taste of Brazil made simple. The slow cooker does all the work, melding the flavors over hours into a creamy, satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a bright finish, and serve alongside fluffy white rice or crusty bread. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser that celebrates the beauty of slow cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried pinto beans
• 12 ounces smoked sausage (e.g., linguica or kielbasa)
• 1 medium onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried pinto beans to remove any debris or broken beans. Set aside.

Step 2

Slice the smoked sausage into thin rounds. Finely dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the bell pepper into small pieces.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, lightly brown the smoked sausage to release its flavor. This step is optional but enhances the dish.

Step 4

Place the rinsed beans into the slow cooker. Add the browned sausage, onions, garlic, bell pepper, bay leaves, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and dried oregano.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and water. Stir the mixture to combine ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours (or on high heat for 4–5 hours), until the beans are tender and creamy.

Step 7

After cooking, remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the beans warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired. This dish pairs wonderfully with white rice or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2104.6 grams (2104.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1838

Total Fat 90.50g	116%
Saturated Fat 33.30g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 9603mg	418%
Total Carbohydrate 158.50g	58%
Dietary Fiber 48.10g	172%
Total Sugars 18.10g
Protein 88.30g	177%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472mg	36%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 3724mg	79%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 35.2%