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Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Red Beans And Rice

An easy, spicy, one-pot comfort food classic that fills your kitchen with Creole aroma and warms you right to your soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun, Creole, Southern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb dried red beans soaked 6–8 hours or quick-soaked
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb andouille sausage sliced (sub plant-based sausage for vegan)
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2–1 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp Creole seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • 3 scallions thinly sliced (for topping)
  • Hot sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium. Add sausage slices; brown until edges crisp. Stir occasionally.
  • Push sausage to one side; add onion, bell pepper, celery. Sauté until veggies soften.
  • Stir in garlic, paprika, cayenne, thyme, Creole seasoning. Add beans and broth.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, skim foam, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until beans are creamy but still hold shape.
  • Rinse rice, cook separately until fluffy.
  • Taste beans, adjust salt or heat. Serve beans over rice, garnish with parsley and scallions. Serve with hot sauce.

Notes

Patience is key for creamy beans. For a vegan option, swap in plant-based sausage and veggie broth. Store leftovers in airtight containers.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal
Keyword Budget-friendly, Comfort Food, High-Fiber, One-Pot Meal, Vegan option
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