Description
Indulge in a bowl of Louisiana-style Vegan Red Beans and Rice, where the rich essence of Cajun cuisine meets wholesome plant-based ingredients. This comforting dish features tender red kidney beans and savory vegan sausages simmered in a flavorful sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s not only satisfying but also nutritious, making it a go-to recipe for both new and seasoned cooks. Serve it over fluffy rice or enjoy it solo for a nourishing experience that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried red kidney beans (soaked overnight)
- 4 vegan sausages (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 5 cups vegetable stock
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 cup long white grain rice
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot and brown the sliced vegan sausages.
- Add the diced onion, celery, and bell pepper; cook until onions are translucent.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, vegetable stock, bay leaves, thyme, and garlic.
- Drain soaked beans and add them to the pot; season with black pepper and optional vinegar.
- Cover and simmer on medium heat for 1 to 1½ hours until beans are soft, adding water if necessary.
- Cook rice as per package instructions while the stew simmers.
- Mash some beans against the pot side to thicken; simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg