Best 3 Instant Pot Red Beans And Rice Recipes

Indulge in the hearty flavors of Louisiana with our collection of Instant Pot red beans and rice recipes. These dishes combine the classic trinity of onions, celery, and bell peppers with rich, savory red beans and tender rice, creating a filling and comforting meal. Whether you prefer a traditional Creole-style red beans and rice with smoked sausage, a vegetarian version with meatless sausage, or a zesty Cajun variation with andouille sausage, we have a recipe for every palate. Each recipe is carefully crafted to guide you through the cooking process, ensuring perfect results every time. So grab your Instant Pot and get ready to savor the bold flavors of this classic Southern dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT® RED BEANS AND RICE

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Very flavorful and simple!

Provided by OleMSRebel

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package dry kidney beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 link smoked beef sausage, sliced
6 ounces frozen onion, green bell pepper, and celery mix
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®)
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
2 bay leaves
4 cups cooked rice

Steps:

Place kidney beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak for 2 hours.
Turn pot on "Saute" mode; add olive oil and sausage. Cook and stir until sausage is browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion mix and garlic; cook and stir until onion mix is soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Turn off pot.
Drain beans and add to pot; stir in chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and bay leaves.
Place lid on pot, turn valve to "Sealing" and push "Bean" button, about 30 minutes. When pot beeps, use the natural pressure release until the pin goes down. Remove lid.
Serve beans over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.8 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 725.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

INSTANT POT® VEGAN RED BEANS AND RICE

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All of the Instant Pot® recipes I have seen in the past call for cooking the rice separately on the stove while the beans are cooking. I wanted to throw it all in and go and this is what I came up with. This is a meal on its own but when I want to stretch it out, I fry up some plant-based sausage to go with it.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 ½ cups dried red beans, rinsed
1 ¼ cups brown rice, rinsed well
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as Louisiana®)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 bay leaves
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Place broth, water, beans, rice, onion, bell pepper, celery, Creole seasoning, garlic, hot sauce, thyme, oregano, and bay leaves in the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Stir to combine. Close and lock the lid.
Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 50 minutes. Allow 20 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Remove the lid, stir, and let stand for 10 minutes to thicken.
Divide among serving dishes and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.7 calories, Carbohydrate 66 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 14.8 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 619 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

INSTANT POT® NOLA RED BEANS AND RICE

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This pressure cooker recipe has been converted from a family recipe that we've used for 40+ years. Our family had come across it while in New Orleans when I was a little girl. From what I remember, red beans and rice were always made at home on Mondays using leftover pork bones from the weekend meals. It's deliciously flavorful and can be made as spicy as you'd like. I hope you love it as much as my own family does.

Provided by Diana71

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound pork neck bones
4 slices bacon, diced
1 green pepper, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
½ medium onion, diced
2 teaspoons ground white pepper
2 teaspoons ground thyme
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound dry red kidney beans, sorted and rinsed
4 cups chicken broth
5 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups hot cooked white rice, or as needed

Steps:

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil. Add bacon and pork neck bones to the hot oil. Cook until browned on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove meat and set aside. Add bell pepper, celery, and onion ("trinity" mix); cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Season with white pepper, thyme, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper. Mix in garlic and continue cooking until onion is translucent, 2 to 3 minutes.
Mix kidney beans, chicken broth, salt, and bay leaves into the vegetables in the pot; stir well to combine. Cancel Saute mode and return meat to the pot. Close and lock the lid. Set vent to "Sealing." Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 60 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Move valve to venting position and finish releasing pressure, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Remove pork bones from pot. Use a fork to separate the meat from the bones and return meat back to the pot. Mix well. Serve with white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.4 calories, Carbohydrate 61.3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1431 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce the cooking time and makes them more digestible. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
Use a variety of beans: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of beans. Black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans are all good choices for red beans and rice. You can also use a mix of different beans.
Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor and nutrition to red beans and rice. Some good choices include celery, onion, bell pepper, and carrots. You can also add greens, such as spinach or kale.
Season the dish well: Red beans and rice is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to season it well. Garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper are all good choices. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
Cook the rice separately: Cooking the rice separately helps to prevent it from getting mushy. You can cook the rice in a rice cooker, on the stovetop, or in the Instant Pot.

Conclusion:

Red beans and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. With a few simple tips, you can make a pot of red beans and rice that is sure to please everyone at the table.