Red Beans & Rice Recipe
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
Protein
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soaking the Beans
Rinse the red beans under cold water and soak them in water overnight. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Cooking
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 6
Cooking the Sausage
Add the sliced Andouille sausage to the pot and stir well. Continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes.
- 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.
- 8
Serving
Serve the red beans mixture over a bed of rice. Enjoy!
