VEGAN PRESSURE COOKER RED BEANS AND RICE

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Here's a vegan version of the classic New Orleans dish that uses smoked paprika, miso paste and soy sauce to add a savory notes. Pressure cookers are ideal for preparing dried beans; even unsoaked beans cook quickly and evenly, so that the beans become creamy but still keep their shape (though we've got instructions for a slow cooker approach, too). Here, you want the beans to be very tender, so that the stew is thick - with a few beans that have slightly broken down - and not soupy. This vegan version of "Monday red beans" is not as creamy as the one made with pork, so smashing a few beans against the side of the pot at the end of cooking is particularly important. Louisiana-style hot sauce is key as well.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     beans, sausages, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 celery stalks, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
10 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 heaping tablespoon white or yellow miso paste
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cayenne, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground sage (optional)
1 pound dried red kidney beans (no need to soak)
3 dried bay leaves
3 fresh thyme sprigs or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon soy sauce
Cooked rice, for serving
Sliced scallions, for serving
Louisiana-style hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Turn on the sauté setting of a 6- to 8-quart electric pressure cooker and heat the oil. Add the onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until limp and translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the celery and bell pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the chopped garlic, miso paste, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne and sage (if using). Grind in a generous amount of black pepper and add 3/4 teaspoon salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients, then turn off the sauté setting.
  • Add the beans, bay leaves, thyme and 5 1/2 cups water. Scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits. Cook on high pressure until the beans are creamy, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Turn off the pressure cooker and allow the pressure to reduce naturally for 10 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually and open the lid. Add the soy sauce, and season to taste with salt and cayenne. Using a fork, mash some of the beans against the side of the pressure cooker to make the mixture creamy. It will continue to thicken as it sits, or you can turn on the sauté setting and let the mixture bubble for a few minutes to thicken. Discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Top the beans with hot cooked rice and scallions; serve with hot sauce.

Youniskhan Youniskhan
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the red beans and rice, and they don't even notice the vegetables!


Joseph Huebert
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I love the addition of the smoked paprika in this recipe. It gives the dish a really nice smoky flavor.


Zafar Ali
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover red beans. I always have a can of red beans in my pantry, and this is a great way to use them up.


regine baldas
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky eater seconds!


Md Mithu
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of beans and rice. It's a healthy and filling meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Miracle Jones
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I love that this dish is made in a pressure cooker. It's so quick and easy!


Jalil Baloch
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of extra veggies in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


Journee Booker
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I'm new to vegan cooking and this recipe was a great place to start. It's simple to follow and the dish turned out delicious.


Travis Givens
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This dish is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also low in fat and calories.


Brenda Akins
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Tochukwu Vanessa
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Revin World
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


DBO PHX
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the red beans and rice, and they didn't even notice the vegetables!


Lilis Sumarni
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I was looking for a vegan red beans and rice recipe and this one looked promising. I was not disappointed! The dish was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Chris Hlungwane
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and beans, and it's also a very affordable meal. Plus, it's vegan, so it's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.


melissa kuit
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I loved the combination of red beans, rice, and vegetables. It was a hearty and flavorful meal that I'll definitely be making again.


Ryan Lacourse
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I'm not a vegan, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The dish was flavorful and filling, and I didn't miss the meat at all. I'll definitely be making this again!


Aliza Nurhayati
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This vegan red beans and rice dish was a hit in my household! The flavors were rich and savory, and the texture was perfect. I especially loved the addition of the bell peppers and celery, which added a nice crunch and sweetness to the dish.