Enjoy a delicious Louisiana Red Beans and Rice recipe, made with tender red beans, smoked sausage, and savory Cajun spices for a flavorful and filling meal.
Author:Eliana Recipes
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 45 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Simmering
Cuisine:Southern, Cajun
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb dried red beans
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups water or chicken broth
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp thyme
1 bay leaf
2 cups cooked white rice
Salt and pepper to taste
Green onions and hot sauce for garnish
Instructions
Rinse and soak the dried red beans overnight or for at least 8 hours.
In a large pot, heat oil and sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.
Add the smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the soaked beans, water or broth, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and bay leaf.
Simmer on low heat for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender.
Mash some beans for a creamier consistency. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot over cooked white rice, garnished with green onions and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, use ham hocks or a smoked turkey leg while cooking the beans.
Soaking the beans reduces cooking time and improves texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for later use.