How to Make Cajun Meatless Red Beans and Brown Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're searching for a satisfying and flavorful meatless dish, look no further than Cajun Meatless Red Beans and Brown Rice. This classic southern dish has been given a vegetarian twist, but don't worry, it still packs a punch of flavor and will leave you feeling completely satisfied. With the perfect combination of spices, beans, and rice, this recipe is a one-pot wonder that is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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Ingredients

  • 3 ¾ cups water
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked brown rice
  • 1 pound dried red beans
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 2 teaspoons chicken stock concentrate (such as Better than Bouillon®)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®)
  • 3 bay leaves
  • water to cover

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 52 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 17 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine 3 3/4 cups water and brown rice in a rice cooker. Close and lock lid. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine red beans, onion, canola oil, garlic, parsley, chicken stock concentrate, basil, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, Creole seasoning, and bay leaves in a stovetop pressure cooker. Add enough water to cover.
  • Close cooker securely and place pressure regulator over vent according to manufacturer's instructions. Cook at high pressure for 22 minutes. Let pressure release naturally according to manufacturer's instructions; unlock lid and remove. Discard bay leaves.
  • Serve red beans with brown rice.
  • Nutrition

    350 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 132mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 16g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 117mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 955mg