Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Louisiana-style Vegan Red Beans and Rice, a deliciously hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This vegan-friendly recipe marries tender kidney beans and savory vegan sausages in a robust Cajun sauce, capturing the essence of traditional Southern cuisine without any animal products. With its nourishing ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can effortlessly create a comforting meal that satisfies both body and soul. Enjoy it served over rice or use it as a filling for tacos for a fun twist. Get ready to delight your taste buds with this plant-based classic!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried red kidney beans (soaked overnight)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 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
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup long white grain rice
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot. Add sliced vegan sausage and brown.
- Stir in diced onion, celery, and bell pepper; cook until onions are translucent.
- Mix in Cajun seasoning, vegetable stock, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme.
- Drain and add soaked kidney beans. Season with black pepper and vinegar.
- Cover pot; simmer on medium heat for 1 to 1½ hours until beans are soft.
- Cook rice according to package instructions separately.
- Mash some beans against the pot’s side for thicker stew; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove bay leaves and serve hot over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg