Description
Cajun Red Beans and Rice is a flavorful and hearty dish made with red beans, rice, and a blend of spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red beans
- 1 cup white rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak red beans overnight in water.
- Drain and rinse the beans.
- In a pot, heat oil and sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery until soft.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add soaked beans, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and spices.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender.
- Prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Serve beans over rice.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage for added flavor if desired.
- Adjust spices to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cajun Red Beans and Rice, Red Beans, Rice, Cajun Cuisine