Description
A creamy, hearty dish that transforms red beans into a satisfying one-pot meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried red beans (soaked overnight)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper, sautéing until soft and the onion is translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking until fragrant for about 1 minute.
- Add the soaked red beans and vegetable broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the beans are tender and the mixture thickens, about 90 to 120 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, season with salt and pepper, and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
Soak the red beans overnight for easier digestion and quicker cooking. Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg