Cajun Red Beans and Rice
A hearty dish combining red beans with spicy Cajun seasoning, making for a comforting meal perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound dried red beans Rinse and sort through to remove stones.
- 1 each onion, chopped Provides a flavor base.
- 1 each green bell pepper, chopped Adds sweetness.
- 2 each celery stalks, chopped Enhances flavor and texture.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Infuses rich flavor.
- 1 each smoked sausage, sliced Adds hearty, smoky flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust for spiciness preference.
- 4 cups chicken broth Use homemade or low-sodium for control over salt.
- 2 cups cooked rice Stir in towards the end of cooking.
- Salt and pepper to taste Enhances overall flavor.
- to taste Green onions for garnish Adds freshness and color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse and sort through the dried red beans, removing any stones.
- Soak the beans overnight in water.
Cooking
- Drain the soaked beans and transfer them to a crockpot.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic.
- Slice the smoked sausage and add it to the crockpot.
- Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning and pour in the chicken broth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook for about 8 hours, checking for bean tenderness about an hour before serving.
- Once the beans are soft, gently stir in the cooked rice.
Serving
- Ladle the Cajun Red Beans and Rice into bowls.
- Garnish with sliced green onions.
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Notes
For added flavor, sauté the chopped vegetables in olive oil before adding them to the crockpot. You can adjust the Cajun seasoning based on your heat preference and experiment with different types of sausage for variety.