Description
Discover the secrets to making authentic LA red beans rice with our easy recipe Enjoy a taste of Louisiana in your kitchen today
1 pound dried red beans
6 cups water or chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil or bacon drippings
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1–2 bay leaves
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups cooked white rice
Chopped green onions, for garnish
Hot sauce, for serving (optional)
Rinse and soak your beans in a large bowl with water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
In a large pot or dutch oven, heat olive oil or bacon drippings over medium heat.
Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
Drain the soaked beans and add them to the pot along with 6 cups of water or broth and bay leaves.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
After about an hour, stir in sliced smoked sausage and let simmer for another 30-45 minutes.
Remove bay leaves, add salt and pepper to taste, serve over white rice.
Notes
A comforting and hearty dish of Louisiana Red Beans and Rice, steeped in culture and simple flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 8 hours
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
Keywords: Louisiana Red Beans and Rice, Cajun Recipe, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner
