Instant Pot Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Name: Instant Pot Red Beans And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons canola oil, or any other neutral oil; 1 pound Andouille sausage, sliced; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 small yellow onion, sliced; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 2 stalks celery, diced; 1 pound dried red kidney beans, rinsed and picked through; Black pepper; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, such as Slap Ya Mama (or make your own); 3 dried bay leaves; Salt; 1 bunch green onions, sliced; Hot sauce; 2 cups long-grained white rice

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons canola oil, or any other neutral oil
1 pound Andouille sausage, sliced
1 cup chicken stock
1 small yellow onion, sliced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 pound dried red kidney beans, rinsed and picked through
Black pepper
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, such as Slap Ya Mama (or make your own)
3 dried bay leaves
Salt
1 bunch green onions, sliced
Hot sauce
2 cups long-grained white rice

1
Turn your Instant Pot to the saute function. Add one tablespoon of the neutral oil and the sliced sausage to the bottom of the pot. Saute until the sausage is browned on both sides, about seven minutes.
2
Add the other two tablespoons of oil along with the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until the onions are soft and just getting brown around the edges. Add in the chicken stock and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits stuck to the bottom of the pot.
3
Add the red beans, Cajun seasoning, a few grinds of black pepper, and the bay leaves. Add five cups of water to the mixture. Turn saute mode off. Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 40 minutes.
4
While the red beans cook,
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6
When the beans are done, allow the pressure to naturally release. Season the beans with salt, pepper, more Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce, to taste. Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, smash the beans to your desired consistency. They may look soupy, but they will thicken as they sit. Serve over hot rice with a sprinkling of green onions and more hot sauce as desired.

709

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons canola oil, or any other neutral oil, 1 pound Andouille sausage, sliced, 1 cup chicken stock, 1 small yellow onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Instant Pot Red Beans And Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Instant Pot Red Beans And Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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