Red Beans And Rice Recipe
Tender red beans with onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic and Cajun spices. Add choice of grilled shrimp, grilled chicken, or sausage.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Beans
Rinse the red beans under cold water and soak them overnight in a large bowl. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Garlic and Spices
Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning to the pot. Sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4
Combine the Ingredients
Add the soaked red beans and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- 5
Add Protein
Once the beans are tender, stir in your choice of protein (grilled shrimp, chicken, or sausage). Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.
- 6
Serve
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve over cooked rice.
