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Red Beans

Red Beans recipe

Red beans are a staple in Creole and Cajun cuisine, particularly in dishes like Red Beans and Rice.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 120 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
Servings 4
Calories 1200
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Red beans
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 clove Garlic cloves
  • 1 medium Bell pepper
  • 2 stalk Celery stalks
  • 2 leaf Bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 4 cup Water
Instructions
  1. Soak the red beans overnight in water.
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
  3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add diced onion, minced garlic, chopped bell pepper, and sliced celery stalks to the pot. Cook until vegetables are softened.
  5. Add the soaked beans, bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the pot.
  6. Pour in water and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for about 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
  8. Remove bay leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 300kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g8%
Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
Sugars 2g
Protein 15g30%

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