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Mardi Gras Red Beans And Rice Recipe

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Description

Mardi Gras Red Beans and Rice is a traditional dish served during Mardi Gras in the southern United States. This dish is a hearty and flavorful combination of red beans, rice, and spices that make it a perfect comfort food. It is a dish that is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

Prep Time

The prep time for this dish is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this dish is approximately 2 hours.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried red beans
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Stove

Method

  1. Sort and rinse the red beans.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and celery until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Add the garlic, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned.
  5. Add the red beans and 6 cups of water to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the beans for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
  7. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  8. Remove the bay leaves from the pot and serve the red beans over the cooked rice.

Notes

  • This recipe can be made with canned red beans, but the cooking time will be much shorter.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of cayenne pepper.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Total fat: 10g
  • Saturated fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Total carbohydrates: 46g
  • Dietary fiber: 9g
  • Sugars: 4g
  • Protein: 21g

Recipe Tips

  • Soak the red beans overnight to reduce the cooking time.
  • Andouille sausage is a spicy smoked sausage that is commonly used in Cajun and Creole cooking. If you can't find andouille sausage, you can use another smoked sausage instead.
  • For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead of water.

Enjoy this delicious Mardi Gras Red Beans and Rice recipe as a comforting meal during the cold winter months or as a festive dish during Mardi Gras celebrations.


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