Louisiana Red Beans and Rice – A Soulful Creole Classic
Louisiana Red Beans and Rice is more than just comfort food—it’s a soulful Creole staple rooted in community and simplicity. Picture tender red kidney beans simmered for hours in smoky, seasoned broth, infused with Andouille sausage, the holy trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery, then ladled over fluffy white rice. Deeply flavorful, modest, and deeply satisfying, it represents tradition, resilience, and the rich culinary heritage of New Orleans. With each bite of Louisiana red beans and rice, you’re tasting history—and a meal that’s been lovingly passed down through generations.
- Time: 135 min
- Servings: 6
Source: Recipes Maria
Ingredients
- dry red kidney beans
- oil
- Andouille sausage, sliced
- yellow onion, diced
- green bell pepper, diced
- ribs celery, diced
- garlic, minced
- smoked paprika
- dried oregano
- dried thyme
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- cayenne pepper
- black pepper
- bay leaves
- water
- salt
- chopped fresh parsley
- green onions, sliced
- long grain white rice
- of salt