Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRalph & Kacoo'sRed Beans & Rice Recipe

Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Inspired by Ralph & Kacoo's
Time2h
Serves4

Make Red Beans & Rice Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Vegetables and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Soaking the Beans

    Rinse the red beans under cold water and soak them in water overnight. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Chopping Vegetables

    Dice the onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sautéing Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 4

    Adding Garlic and Spices

    Add the minced garlic, bay leaves, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Cooking the Beans

    Add the soaked red beans to the pot along with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.

  4. 6

    Cooking the Sausage

    Add the sliced Andouille sausage to the pot and stir well. Continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes.

  5. 7

    Cooking the Rice

    In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the long-grain white rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  6. 8

    Serving

    Serve the red beans mixture over a bed of rice. Enjoy!

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