Name: Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 pound Dried Red Beans (soaking optional); 1 teaspoon Olive Oil (or other cooking oil); 12 ounces Smoked Andouille Sausage (sliced (about 3 cups)); 1/2 large Onion (diced); 2 ribs Celery (diced); 1 Green Bell Pepper (diced); 4 Garlic Cloves (minced); Cajun or Creole Seasoning (as needed); 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano; 1 Bay Leaf; 6 cups Chicken Broth (use 4 cups for soaked beans); Salt and Pepper (to taste); 4 cups Cooked Rice (for serving)

Description

A flavorful and hearty dish made with dried red beans, smoked sausage, and a medley of vegetables, easily cooked in an Instant Pot.

Ingredients

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1 pound Dried Red Beans (soaking optional)
1 teaspoon Olive Oil (or other cooking oil)
12 ounces Smoked Andouille Sausage (sliced (about 3 cups))
1/2 large Onion (diced)
2 ribs Celery (diced)
1 Green Bell Pepper (diced)
4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
Cajun or Creole Seasoning (as needed)
1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
1 Bay Leaf
6 cups Chicken Broth (use 4 cups for soaked beans)
Salt and Pepper (to taste)
4 cups Cooked Rice (for serving)

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Instructions

Sort and rinse the DRIED RED BEANS. If soaking, continue to step 2. If using the no-soak option, skip to step 3.
To soak, place beans in a large bowl with 8 cups water and soak for 8 hours. Drain, rinse, and set aside.
Select “Sauté” on the Instant Pot and add OIL. When the display reads “Hot”, add ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE and sear until lightly browned, stirring as needed.
Transfer cooked sausage onto a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. If needed, drain excess oil from the Instant Pot, leaving about 1 tablespoon for the next step.
To the pot, add ONIONS, CELERY, BELL PEPPER, and GARLIC. Sauté 5 minutes until tender, stirring as needed.
Sprinkle in CAJUN or CREOLE SEASONING and sauté veggies a few minutes. Add a splash of broth or water and deglaze the pot surface if it becomes dry.
To the cooker, add BEANS, OREGANO, BAY LEAF, and CHICKEN BROTH. Stir to combine.
Secure the lid and turn the pressure release valve to the “Sealing” position. Select “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” and set the Instant Pot on “High” pressure for 30 minutes (for unsoaked beans) or 15 minutes (for soaked beans).
When the cycle completes, allow the Instant Pot to rest undisturbed for a 20-minute natural pressure release (NPR).
Turn the pressure release valve to the “Venting” position to release any remaining steam. Carefully remove the lid.
Give the beans a good stir and taste to make sure they’re cooked to your liking.
Remove BAY LEAVES, stir in cooked ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE. Add SALT and PEPPER to taste.
Serve warm with cooked rice. Garnish options include green onions, cilantro, hot sauce, etc.
To store, allow to cool completely and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 90 days (or longer if vacuum sealed).

Notes

Soaking beans is optional but helps reduce cooking time and enhances texture.
Adjust seasoning according to personal taste, especially if using store-bought seasoning blends.
Enhance the dish with various garnishes as preferred.
Cooked rice can be added to the bean mixture or served on the side.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Pressure Cooking
Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 400
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 15g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 50mg