Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with this comforting red beans and rice recipe, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of dried red beans
- 6 cups of water (plus more for soaking)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 pound of beef sausage
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups of cooked white rice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by rinsing the red beans under cold water, then soak them in a large bowl with enough water to cover them by a couple of inches. Let them soak for at least eight hours or overnight.
- Drain and rinse the soaked beans before putting them into a large pot. Add six cups of fresh water and bring to a boil.
- While the beans are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, bell peppers, and celery, and sauté until they are soft.
- Slice the beef sausage and add it to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Once the beans are tender, add the sausage mixture to the pot of beans. Stir everything together, tasting for seasoning adjustments. Simmer on low for about 30 minutes.
- Serve the red beans over a hearty portion of cooked white rice, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute plant-based sausage or tofu. Serve with cornbread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg