Red Beans and Rice is a classic dish that originates from Louisiana Creole cuisine. It’s a flavorful and hearty dish often prepared with red beans, vegetables, spices, and rice, typically served as a main course or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried red beans rinsed and soaked overnight
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium bell pepper chopped
- 2 cups water or as needed
- 3 cups cooked white rice for serving
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and bell pepper, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the soaked red beans to the pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add more water if needed.
- Once the beans are tender, season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve the red beans over a bed of cooked white rice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 339kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 14gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 739mgFiber: 9gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 23mg