CAJUN RED BEANS AND RICE
Being so far away from home, I tend to crave recipes I am unable to get here in Holland. This being one of them! Good ole Cajun and Creole Food. After one of these cravings I decided to do some research and came up with several recipes for Red Beans and Rice. I took bits and pieces from the different recipes, subbed ingredients I was unable to find here and created this easy and tasty recipe. Whenever my husband and I crave Cajun, this fits the bill. Depending on your taste, you may want to add more Cajun spices to suite your family's spiciness of preference. I love to serve this dish alongside grilled pork chops or smoked sausage
Provided by Expat in Holland
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Cajun seasoning mixture ingredients. Just mix all ingredients together well. Set aside. May be stored in a ziplock or airtight container for several weeks.
- In a large pot, add 1 tbsp of oil. Add ham and bacon dices and sauté until they are browned. Remove from pot and set aside.
- In pot, add remaining oil and add onion, green pepper, garlic, celery and stir well. Sauté mixture until veggies are limp and cooked. About 8 minutes.
- Add kidney beans, bay leaves, thyme, sage, parsley and Cajun spices. Mix well together.
- Add chicken broth and bring mixture to a boil. Lower heat, cover pot and simmer low for 30 minutes.
- Add rice, ham/bacon and bring mixture to boil. Lower heat to low, cover and simmer 20minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes. ***Read directions on rice brand package and follow the cooking time on the package. Rice cooking times vary per brand, so it is best to follow the cooking time directions on the package you are using in this recipe. The Uncle Bens Rice I use states a simmer of 20 minutes as I state in this recipe.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.6, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 1564.6, Carbohydrate 77, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 5, Protein 21.1
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Ashfaq Awan
a3@hotmail.comThis is one of my favorite recipes. I make it all the time. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
glorydproductions
glorydproductions@aol.comI made this recipe in my Instant Pot and it turned out great! It was so easy and convenient.
Saim Jutt
s_j92@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I omitted the cayenne pepper. The dish was still very flavorful, even without the spice.
N M Ruhan
n-ruhan14@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to feed a crowd. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
willow willow
w_willow23@hotmail.comI'm a vegetarian, so I made this recipe without the sausage. It was still delicious! I added some extra vegetables, such as carrots and mushrooms, to make up for the lack of meat.
DeShayne Hall
deshayne-hall@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham or sausage. I always have some leftover ham from holiday meals, and this is a great way to use it up. The ham adds a nice smoky flavor to the dish.
Rejin Raj
rejin@yahoo.comI love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my own taste. For example, I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper for a bit of a kick. I also like to serve it with cornbread or hush puppies.
julian couzyn
couzyn_j25@hotmail.co.ukThis was my first time making Cajun red beans and rice, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the addition of the bell peppers and celery, which added a nice crunch and flavor to the
Kimberly Bentley
b_k@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The beans are always creamy and flavorful, and the rice is always cooked perfectly. I love that I can make this dish in my slow cooker, so I can set it and forget it.
EKHLAS ALLAHABI
a_e73@yahoo.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The beans were tender and flavorful, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Cajun food.
Lyton Mowzey
mowzey.l@aol.comI'm a big fan of Cajun food, and this recipe did not disappoint. The beans were creamy and flavorful, and the rice was perfectly cooked. I especially liked the addition of the smoked sausage, which gave the dish a nice smoky flavor.
Mzz Mamat
mzz_m0@hotmail.comThis Cajun red beans and rice recipe is a winner! The flavors are bold and delicious, and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.