Best 3 Dry Red Beans In The Instant Pot Recipes

**Discover the Heartwarming and Versatile Dish: Dry Red Beans in the Instant Pot**

Embark on a culinary journey with this comprehensive guide to preparing dry red beans in the Instant Pot. From classic Creole flavors to tantalizing Latin American stews, this versatile legume offers a world of culinary possibilities. Learn how to transform humble beans into a hearty and flavorful meal with just a few simple steps. Explore three delectable recipes that showcase the diverse culinary applications of dry red beans. Indulge in the comforting and savory flavors of traditional Creole red beans and rice, delight in the vibrant spice blend of Mexican red beans with chorizo, or savor the rich and hearty goodness of Cuban black beans with rice. With the Instant Pot as your trusted kitchen companion, you'll have perfectly cooked red beans in no time, ready to elevate your meals to new heights of flavor and satisfaction.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT RED BEANS AND RICE

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Whether you make them on the stovetop or in the slow cooker, Red Beans and Rice is a classic, Louisiana Creole dish. If you don't have hours to wait for the beans to tenderize, try making this recipe using the Instant Pot, the latest kitchen convenience appliance to take the world by storm. Soaking the beans is the traditional first step to making red beans. With the multicooker, however, you simply rinse the beans and go. To give the soup a creamier consistency, remove a cup of the beans once they are tender, mash them with a potato masher or back of a large spoon, then stir back into the pot. A skillet of hot cornbread (with or without sugar is strictly up to you!) is the perfect accompaniment to a pot of red beans. To complete this authentic New Orleans menu, top off the meal and serve a sweet bread pudding for dessert along with a cup of strong coffee.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 1h55m

Yield Serves 8 (serving size: 1/2 cup rice, 1 cup red beans mixture)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 meaty, smoked ham hock
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped garlic (from 4 medium garlic cloves)
2 cups chopped yellow onion (from 1 large onion)
1 1/2 cups chopped green bell pepper (from 1 large bell pepper)
1 cup chopped celery (from 2 large stalks)
1/4 cup chopped jalapeño chiles (from 2 medium-size chiles)
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 pound dried red kidney beans, sorted and rinsed
2 (4-in.) fresh thyme sprigs
2 dried bay leaves
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
4 cups water
2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
2 large scallions, thinly sliced
Hot sauce (optional)

Steps:

Select SAUTÉ setting on a programmable pressure multicooker (such as Instant Pot). (Times, instructions, and settings may vary according to cooker brand or model.) Select HIGH temperature setting, add oil to cooker, and allow to preheat until oil is shimmering, 5 to 6 minutes. Add ham hock, and cook, turning often, until browned lightly on all sides, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, onion, bell pepper, celery, jalapeños, Cajun seasoning, and paprika; stir to combine. Cook, stirring often, until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add beans, thyme, bay leaves, chicken broth, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt; stir to combine.
Press CANCEL on multicooker. Cover cooker with lid, and lock in place. Turn steam release handle to SEALING position. Select MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK setting. Select HIGH pressure for 75 minutes. (It will take 10 to 15 minutes for cooker to come up to pressure before cooking begins.)
Meanwhile (about 40 minutes before ready to serve), combine water, rice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan over high. Bring mixture to a boil; cover with lid, and reduce heat to low. Cook 15 minutes, without removing the lid. Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 20 minutes, undisturbed.
When multicooker has finished, carefully turn steam release handle on multicooker to VENTING position, and let steam fully escape (float valve will drop). (This will take 3 to 4 minutes.) Remove lid from cooker, and stir. Remove ham hock, and let stand until cool enough to handle. Remove and discard thyme and bay leaves. Remove all meat from ham hock, discarding bone and fat; chop meat. Add meat to bean mixture, and stir to combine. Serve immediately with rice, and top servings with scallions. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.

HOW TO COOK DRY RED BEANS IN THE INSTANT POT

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Making red beans from dry beans is quick and easy using an Instant Pot instead of going through the traditional method of soaking and slow cooking.

Provided by Christian Guzman

Categories Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1/2 large Onion (chopped)
1 Anaheim Chile (chopped)
1 Jalapeno (chopped)
4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
3.5 cups Water
1.5 cups Dry Red Beans
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ancho Powder
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
1 teaspoon Oregano

Steps:

Chop onion and chiles, mince garlic cloves. Rinse dry beans and remove any debris.
Press the Saute button on the Instant Pot to begin cooking in saute mode. Add olive oil. Add onion, chiles and garlic to Instant Pot and saute until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Press the Cancel button on the Instant Pot to reset.
Add all remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
Check the Instant Pot lid to ensure the seal is in place and nothing is blocking the vent. Place lid on top and set lever to Sealing. Press the Manual/Cook button on the Instant Pot and set to high for 50 minutes, then allow to natural release. The entire cook time will be about 80 minutes.
After full pressure release, remove lid and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 332 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fiber 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

DRY RED BEANS IN THE INSTANT POT®

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I don't buy canned beans anymore; I use my pressure cooker to cook them from dry every time. I don't even have to think about soaking them ahead of time, since that's not needed. If you do decide to soak, check your appliance manual because cooking time will be shorter.

Provided by LauraF

Categories Side Dish

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

2 ¼ cups dry kidney beans

Steps:

Pour beans into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Cover with a few inches of cool water. Close and lock the lid. Select Manual; set timer for 28 minutes on high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain beans and let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 6.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

For an even richer flavor, use vegetable broth or chicken broth instead of water.
Add a bay leaf or two to the pot for extra flavor.
If you like your beans spicy, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika.
If you want your beans to be creamier, mash some of them with a potato masher before serving.

Conclusion:

Dry red beans are a versatile and affordable ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. The Instant Pot makes it easy to cook dry red beans quickly and easily. With a little creativity, you can create delicious and satisfying meals with dry red beans.