Description
A hearty and flavorful Louisiana Red Beans and Rice recipe with andouille sausage, perfect for a comforting meal. This classic Cajun dish is packed with savory flavors and tender beans, served over fluffy white rice.
Ingredients
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Red Beans:
- 1 pound dried red kidney beans, rinsed and soaked overnight
Sautéed Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 bay leaves
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- Chopped green onions and hot sauce for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Beans: Drain and rinse soaked beans.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery in olive oil until softened. Add garlic, paprika, thyme, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.
- Add Sausage: Cook andouille sausage until lightly browned.
- Cook Beans: Add drained beans, bay leaves, and broth. Simmer for 2-2 1/2 hours until tender.
- Adjust Seasonings: Discard bay leaves, adjust seasonings, and serve over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions and hot sauce.
Notes
- You can use smoked turkey or omit the sausage for a lighter version.
- A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end can brighten the flavors.
- For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño with the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
