Spicy Red Beans And Vegetable Rice Recipe

Name: Spicy Red Beans And Vegetable Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. dried kidney beans; 1 1/2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 1/4 Tbsp. chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 1/2 c. water; 1 Tbsp. beef-flavored bouillon granules; 1 Tbsp. honey; 1/2 tsp. dried whole oregano; 1/2 tsp. hot sauce; 2 bay leaves; Vegetable Rice

Servings: persons

1
Sort and wash beans; place in a Dutch oven.
2
Cover with water to a depth of 2 inches above beans.
3
Let soak 8 hours.
4
Drain and rinse beans.
5
Set beans aside.
6
Coat pan with cooking spray; add oil.
7
Place over medium-high heat until hot.
8
Add onion and garlic; saute 3 to 4 minutes or until tender.
9
Add beans, water and next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil.
10
Cover, reduce heat and simmer 2 hours or until beans are tender.
11
Remove and discard bay leaves.
12
Place 1/2 cup Vegetable Rice in each of 8 individual serving bowls; top each evenly with bean mixture.

184

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb. dried kidney beans, 1 1/2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 1/4 Tbsp. chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Red Beans And Vegetable 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!

Spicy Red Beans And Vegetable Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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