Red Beans Recipe
Make Red Beans Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Legumes
Vegetables
Spices & Seasoning
Liquids
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Beans
Rinse the red kidney beans under cold water and place them in a large bowl. Cover with 3 cups of water and let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the onion, green bell pepper, and celery stalks into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Add the Beans and Broth
Drain and rinse the soaked red kidney beans. Add them to the pot along with 4 cups of vegetable broth, 2 bay leaves, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 5
Simmer the Mixture
Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if needed.
Serving
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Once the beans are tender, remove the bay leaves. Serve the red beans hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
