Authentic Louisiana Style Red Beans and Rice
Get ready to experience a taste of Louisiana with our tantalizing recipe for Authentic Louisiana Style Red Beans and Rice! This classic Southern dish is bursting with flavor and soul, transporting you straight to the heart of Cajun cuisine. Combining the rich, smoky goodness of red beans with aromatic spices and tenderly cooked rice, this hearty recipe is a true comfort food delight. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, our step-by-step instructions will guide you through creating an authentic Louisiana experience right in your own kitchen. So, grab your apron and get ready to savor the warmth, spice, and pure satisfaction of Authentic Louisiana Style Red Beans and Rice. Let’s dive into this delicious journey that will leave you craving seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (Optional)
- 8 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 pound dried red beans, soaked overnight
- 1 ham hock
- 10 cups water
- 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups hot cooked rice
Directions
- Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, 5 to 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer sausage to a slow cooker, leaving drippings in the skillet.
- Add onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic to drippings in the skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add soaked beans and ham hock to the slow cooker, then pour in water. Add basil, Creole seasoning, and pepper. Cover and cook on Low until beans are tender, about 8 hours. If the bean mixture is too watery, remove the lid, increase the heat to High, and cook until beans are creamy.
- Serve with cooked rice.
