Easy Louisiana Red Beans and Rice
Easy Red Beans and Rice is a one-pot comfort dish made with tender beans and smoky sausage.It’s rich, filling, and full of Creole flavor.The recipe is simple and budget-friendly.Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried red kidney beans, soaked overnight
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 cups water or chicken stock
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
Instructions
- Drain and rinse soaked beans.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sausage and cook until lightly browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and celery; sauté until soft.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 60–75 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mash some beans against the pot to thicken the mixture.
- Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot over rice, garnished with green onions.
Notes
- Soaking beans reduces cooking time.
- Mashing beans gives the dish its creamy texture.
- Andouille sausage adds authentic flavour.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- The dish thickens as it cools.