Instant Pot Recipe For Red Beans And Rice
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Description
Red beans and rice is a classic Creole dish that is popular in the southern United States. This hearty and flavorful meal is traditionally made with dried red beans, sausage or ham, and a variety of spices and vegetables. In this recipe, we will show you how to make red beans and rice in an Instant Pot, which makes the cooking process much quicker and easier.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is about 15 minutes. You will need to rinse and soak the beans, chop the vegetables, and slice the sausage or ham.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is 45 minutes on high pressure in the Instant Pot, followed by a natural release of pressure for 15 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 pound dried red beans
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound smoked sausage or ham, sliced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Rinse the red beans and soak them in water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Drain the beans and add them to the Instant Pot.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, minced garlic, sliced sausage or ham, chicken broth, paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot.
- Stir the ingredients together to combine.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and make sure the valve is set to "sealing."
- Set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 45 minutes.
- After the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes.
- After the natural release, carefully open the valve to release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the bay leaf from the red beans and rice.
- Serve the red beans and rice over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
- Make sure to rinse and soak the beans before cooking to help reduce cooking time and improve texture.
- You can use either smoked sausage or ham in this recipe, depending on your preference.
- If you like your red beans and rice spicier, you can add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste.
- This recipe makes a large batch of red beans and rice, so feel free to freeze any leftovers for later.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 423 | Total Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1595mg | Carbohydrates: 51g | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g | Protein: 23g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to use enough liquid when cooking the red beans to prevent them from drying out or burning.
- You can use canned beans instead of dried beans if you're short on time, but keep in mind that the texture may be slightly different.
- If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can also make this recipe on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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