Authentic New Orleans Red Beans and Rice

Authentic New Orleans Red Beans and Rice
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 hrs 10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    5 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    591

A soulful dish steeped in Louisiana tradition! These red beans and rice are simmered low and slow with smoked ham hock and savory sausage. Ideal for making ahead, as the flavors meld beautifully overnight, creating an even richer, more comforting experience.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    44 g
  • Cholesterol
    45 mg
  • Fiber
    12 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    861 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Gather all of your ingredients.

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02 Step

Recipe View 7 mins Melt shortening in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, bell pepper, and garlic in hot shortening until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 hrs Combine water, red beans, and ham hock in a large pot; bring to a boil. Stir onion mixture into the pot; add smoked sausage and celery. Return to a boil. Stir bay leaves, Creole seasoning, thyme, and sage into boiling water. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until beans are tender, about 5 hours.

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04 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Remove and discard ham hock and bay leaves; stir in hot pepper sauce and serve over white rice.

For a vegetarian version, skip the ham hock and sausage and use smoked paprika to impart a smoky flavor.
Soaking the red beans overnight can reduce the cooking time.
Adjust the amount of Creole seasoning and hot sauce to your preferred spice level.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 197 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Celestino Botsford

    A great base recipe. I substituted andouille sausage and it was delicious!

  • Aimee Murray

    I added a jalapeño for extra heat and it was perfect! Thanks for sharing!

  • Sarai Feil

    This recipe is amazing! The flavors are so authentic, and it really does taste better the next day.

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