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Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Soul-Satisfying Louisiana Red Beans and Rice Made Easy

A comforting bowl of Louisiana Red Beans and Rice, combining hearty red beans and smoky Andouille sausage for a nourishing meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 pound dry red beans Soak overnight for best results
  • 6 cups low sodium vegetable broth Chicken broth can be used if preferred
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
For the Sausage and Vegetables
  • 12 ounces Andouille sausage Can substitute with chorizo
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 piece yellow onion Diced
  • 1 piece celery Diced
  • 1 piece red bell pepper Diced
  • 1 piece green bell pepper Diced
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne red pepper Adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley Chopped
  • 0.25 cup green onions Sliced
  • 1 cup long grain rice Cook according to package directions

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Soak the beans in a large bowl with water for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil and brown the sliced Andouille sausage on both sides, then remove.
  3. Sauté diced onion, celery, and bell peppers in butter until softened.
  4. Add minced garlic and seasonings, then pour in vegetable broth.
  5. Add soaked beans and browned sausage, stirring to combine.
  6. Add bay leaves, bring to a boil, then simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  7. Mash about 1 cup of cooked beans for creaminess and stir back into the pot.
  8. Adjust consistency with broth if too thick, then add fresh parsley and green onions before serving.
  9. Serve over cooked long grain rice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store the bean mixture separate from the rice to maintain texture. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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