Cajun Barbecue Beans

Cajun cuisine originated from the French-speaking Acadian people who were deported from Acadia in present-day Canada to Louisiana in the 18th century.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

Print Recipe

Medium

Cajun Barbecue Beans

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: Cajun, Southern Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 can Kidney beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 large Celery stalks
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 can Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• to taste for garnish Green onions

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic cloves. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add kidney beans, tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, liquid smoke, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Serve hot, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 12g

Protein 12g24%

---

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.