Original Louisiana Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Genuine Cajun flavor I love red beans and rice since I grew up in Louisiana, and these are just how I remember them. For a little kick, serve with spicy sauce. My family enjoyed adding a few drops of cider vinegar to each bowl.

Looking for a spicy, hearty rice dish? This dish for real red beans and rice from Louisiana is inexpensive and has a delicious Cajun flavor. In this mouthwatering simple recipe, andouille sausage is combined with garden-fresh vegetables, zingy spices, and long grain rice. Learn everything there is to know about this savory cuisine, including how to choose the best beans and what to serve with them.

Ingredients:
1 pound dry kidney beans
¼ cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
6 cups water
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon dried sage
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
4 cups water
2 cups long grain white rice

Directions:
Step 1. Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.
Step 2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 3. Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, parsley, thyme, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and sage. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
Step 4. Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
Step 5. Meanwhile, prepare the rice. Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice

HOW TO MAKE RED BEANS AND RICE
This difficult recipe for red beans and rice in the tradition of Louisiana is made simpler by breaking the preparation up into manageable stages. You can find the detailed, step-by-step recipe below, but here is a quick summary of what to anticipate:

Begin by soaking your beans for at least an entire night and dicing any vegetables.

Transfer the soaked beans to a big pot of water when you're ready to start cooking. After that, cook celery, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and oil in a skillet until some color begins to show up. Combine the beans with the cooked veggies, bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, and other spices.

Bring the bean mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and allow the stew simmer for two to two and a half hours. Steam the rice at this time, then set it aside. After adding the Andouille sausage, continue cooking the beans for a further 30 minutes. Serve the hot rice along with the hot, spicy sausage and beans after it has finished cooking, and enjoy a dish of luscious, flavorful perfection.

KIDNEY BEANS VS. RED BEANS
Despite having a similar color, red beans and kidney beans are two separate kinds of legumes. Red beans are little, spherical beans with a mildly nutty flavor. Red kidney beans have thicker skin, a deeper color, and a greater size.

Red beans and rice can be made with either, however dried kidney beans could need more time to soak before cooking. In this dish, using dry beans guarantees that they keep their shape during cooking.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR RED BEANS AND RICE
A recipe for red beans and rice can be used as a main dish or a side dish. Foods like cornbread, collard greens, grilled meats, and fried chicken go nicely with the robust flavors.

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@Andrea Bihary