New Orleans&ndashStyle Red Beans and Rice
New Orleans red beans and rice is delicious and simple. All you need: the holy trinity, pantry spices, ham hock, smoked sausage, and dried red beans.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 14 cups vegetable broth or water
- 12 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
- 12 cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Place beans in a large bowl and cover with 6 cups (1.5L) cold water. Add 2 tablespoons (30g) kosher salt and stir until dissolved. Set aside at room temperature for 8 to 16 hours. Drain and rinse.