Description
Louisiana Red Beans and Rice with spicy sausage is a soul-warming dish that embodies the spirit of Southern cooking. This classic Creole recipe features tender red kidney beans simmered with a mix of aromatic vegetables and zesty smoked sausage, creating a delicious blend of flavors in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, it’s the ultimate comfort food that invites you to savor each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried red kidney beans
- 12 oz smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water or broth (plus more for soaking)
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
Instructions
- Soak the dried beans overnight in water. Drain and rinse before use.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, and bell pepper until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and sliced sausage; cook until sausage is browned.
- Add soaked beans, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, salt, and enough water or broth to cover by an inch. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about an hour until beans are tender.
- Serve the bean mixture over fluffy cooked rice and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg