Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

This easy authentic Louisiana red beans and rice recipe features Cajun seasoning and andouille sausage for hearty, comforting flavor.

Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
185 min
Total Time
690 min
Servings
8

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, parsley, thyme, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and sage. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 ยฝ hours.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.'}

  6. 6

    {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Meanwhile, prepare the rice. Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

630
Calories
24 g
Protein
79 g
Carbs
24 g
Fat
10 g
Fiber
604 mg
Sodium

Tags

publisher-tested
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/58211/authentic-louisiana-red-beans-and-rice/
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