Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Soak the Beans

Rinse the red kidney beans under cold water and soak them in a large bowl of water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking.

Prepare Vegetables

Chop the onion, green bell pepper, celery, and mince the garlic while the beans soak.

Sauté Vegetables

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Add Garlic and Seasonings

Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

Cook Beans and Rice

Add the soaked and drained red kidney beans to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes.

Add Rice

After 30 minutes, stir in the long-grain white rice. Cover and let it cook for another 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Garnish and Serve

Remove the bay leaf and fluff the beans and rice with a fork. Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions and hot sauce to taste.