Best 3 Cajun White Beans Recipes

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant heart of Louisiana with our curated selection of the best Cajun white bean recipes. These hearty and flavorful dishes are a staple in Cajun cuisine, tantalizing your palate with their unique blend of spices and wholesome ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, our guide will lead you through the diverse world of Cajun white bean recipes, offering options to suit every skill level and preference.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN WHITE BEANS

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Categories Bean Vegetable Sauté High Fiber Sausage Fall

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 Bell Pepper
1 yellow onion
3-4 ribs of celery
1 tbs minced garlic
Salted Pork
Cajun style Summer sausage
1 lb. bag of dry navy beans
Zatarain's red bean seasoning ONLY packet

Steps:

Finely chop the bell pepper, onion, and celery. Brown the salted pork and sausage in a large pot. Remove the meat from the pot and use the grease to saute the vegetables. Add the beans and 6 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the meat back to the pot and simmer for 1 hour. Mix the seasoning packet and 1-2 cups of water together in a separate bowl then add to the pot and let simmer for another hour.

CAJUN BEEF AND BEANS

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Here's the hearty, stick-to-your-ribs dinner you've been looking for! Fire-roasted tomatoes, Cajun seasoning and chili powder add a nice dose of heat to this crowd-pleaser. -Shelisa Terry, Henderson, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions, peppers and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, chili powder and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer., Save 4 cups for

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 988mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CAJUN STYLE WHITE BEAN SOUP

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This recipes has been submitted for play in ZWT9 - Cajun/Creole. The recipe is from cookbook: Cajun Cooking by Better Homes and Gardens. Ham and hot pepper jazz up the flavor of this colorful bean and tomato soup. Hope you will enjoy this quick and easy to make dish!

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories Easy

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 ounces great northern beans
water, to cover beans
5 cups water
2 cups canned tomatoes, cut up or 16 ounces canned tomatoes
1 cup ham, meaty bone or 1 cup smoked pork hock
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Put rinsed beans, in a 4 quart dutch oven and cover beans with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer beans, uncovered for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 - 2 hours. Drain beans and re-rinse.
Place the beans, water, undrained tomatoes, ham bone, onion, green peppers, celery, garlic and pepper back into same dutch oven. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 3 hours or until beans are tender.
Remove ham bone, when cool, cut meat from bone and return to soup and heat through. Stir in the hot pepper sauce, taste and season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 12.1, Sodium 585, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 8.8

Tips:

Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more tender.
Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use will add a lot of flavor to the beans, so choose one that you like. A good option is a chicken or vegetable broth.
Add some aromatics: Aromatics, such as onions, garlic, and celery, will help to add depth of flavor to the dish. Don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations of aromatics.
Season the beans: Don't forget to season the beans with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. This will help to bring out the flavor of the beans and make them more enjoyable to eat.
Serve the beans with a side dish: Cajun white beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of side dishes. Some popular options include rice, cornbread, or salad.

Conclusion:

Cajun white beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give Cajun white beans a try. You won't be disappointed.