Best 8 Spicy Italian Red Beans And Rice Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this tantalizing Spicy Italian Red Beans and Rice dish. This hearty and comforting meal is a perfect blend of zesty Cajun spices, tender red beans, and fluffy rice, all simmered together in a rich and flavorful broth. Accompany this main course with a selection of delectable side dishes, including a refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Salad, a zesty Corn and Black Bean Salad, or a creamy Avocado Cilantro Dressing for an extra burst of freshness. For a satisfying start to your meal, whip up a batch of crispy Onion Rings or golden-brown Sweet Potato Fries. End your culinary journey on a sweet note with the irresistible Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie, a warm and gooey treat that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY RED BEANS AND RICE



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I guess I'm one of those women "who have moved from the country in body but not in heart"! Although I'm an attorney in a large city, my parents are ranchers. And, since they once grew rice, that's a staple of my cooking. Because of my busy schedule, I like dishes like this that can be easily reheated throughout the week. This was actually a soup recipe when I first found it. I needed a side dish, however, so I simply reduced the amount of water.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound dry red kidney beans
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 quart water
1 large smoked ham hock
2 to 2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sort and rinse beans. In a large Dutch oven or kettle, place all ingredients except parsley and rice. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, 3 to 4 hours or until beans are tender. Stir occasionally, adding water as needed to make a thick gravy. Just before serving, remove bay leaves and stir in parsley. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

AUTHENTIC LOUISIANA RED BEANS AND RICE



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Authentic Cajun flavor! I grew up in Louisiana and love red beans and rice; these are just like I remember. Serve with Tabasco sauce for a little kick. My family loved to splash a little cider vinegar in each bowl.

Provided by MIAMI BEACH

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 11h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dry kidney beans
¼ cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 stalks celery, chopped
6 cups water
2 bay leaves
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
4 cups water
2 cups long grain white rice

Steps:

  • Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.
  • In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, sage, parsley, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
  • Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the rice. In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.4 calories, Carbohydrate 79.1 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 603.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

RED BEANS AND RICE WITH SAUSAGE



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This recipe was given to me by my sister. It's a hearty dish, and wonderful for the cold winter months. To make a little meatier, I cut up a small ham steak in cubes and add the cubed ham the last 20 minutes. Serve over cooked rice.

Provided by Donna Gandy

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 11h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups dried red beans
½ teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 teaspoons salt
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 ham hock
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced

Steps:

  • Pick over the dried beans, and soak them in water overnight.
  • The next day, drain off the soaking water, and place the beans in a large pot or slow cooker. Cover with water, and stir in the dried garlic and onion, salt, bay leaf, sugar, cayenne pepper, celery seed, cumin, and crushed red pepper flakes. Push the ham hock down into the beans. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer over low heat for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Stir in the smoked sausage, simmer for 20 more minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1449.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

SPICY VEGETARIAN RED BEANS AND RICE



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     side-dish

Time 14h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 pound dried red beans, sorted through for stones
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 medium carrots, peeled, 1/2-inch dice
2 celery stalks, 1/2-inch dice
1 large sweet onion, 1/2-inch dice
1 medium red bell pepper, 1/2-inch dice
Freshly ground black pepper
6 cups lightly packed torn kale leaves, ribs removed
2 canned chipotle chilies in adobo, minced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from canned chipotles)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or as needed
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco
4 cups steamed long-grain white rice
1/4 cup sliced green onion, for garnish
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Place the beans in a large bowl. Cover with water and soak overnight. Rinse and drain.
  • Set a large heavy saucepan (Dutch oven works well) over medium heat. Add the oil and saute the garlic, carrots, celery, onions and bell peppers, about 5 minutes. Season with pepper (do not add salt at this stage or the beans will get tough while cooking). Add the red beans, kale leaves, chipotles and sauce,Worcestershire, smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, oregano and cayenne. Stir well to combine everything, and then add the bay leaves and 8 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the bean mixture thickens, about 1 1/2 hours. Add more water as it cooks if necessary. Season well with salt once the beans are tender.
  • When done, remove the bay leaves. Then carefully ladle out about 1 cup of the bean mixture into a food processor and puree (or mash with a fork). Return the puree to the pan, taste and season again with salt and black pepper. Add hot sauce to taste at this stage.
  • Serve the red beans on top of steamed white rice and garnish with sliced scallions and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

SPICY BEANS AND RICE



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"I make this for a quick meal when we are in a hurry, but I still want to feed my family something nutritious and yummy!" relates Janesville, Wisconsin contributor, Sandra Castillo.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked instant rice
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Dash pepper
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1/2 cup salsa
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the first six ingredients; cover and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until water is absorbed. , Stir in the beans, Mexicorn, tomatoes and salsa; top with cheese. Cover and microwave on high 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SPICY RED BEANS AND RICE



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These beans smell so good when they are cooking and the results are a tasty, New Orleans style red beans and rice. I have tried several recipes but this one is easier than the others I've tried with an excellent result. Serve with cornbread or corn muffins and your meal is complete. Recipe is from Taste of Home magazine.

Provided by Anita Harris

Categories     Cajun

Time 4h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb dried red kidney beans
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 quart water
1 large smoked ham hock
2 -3 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 cups chopped celery
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sort and rinse beans.
  • In a large Dutch oven or kettle, place all ingredients except parsley and rice.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered for 3-4 hours or until beans are tender.
  • Stir occasionally, adding water as needed to make a thick gravy.
  • Just before serving remove bay leaves and stir in parsley.
  • Serve over rice.

SPICED RICE & BEANS



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Mary's version of the Indian dish, kitchari, is a great storecupboard supper, delicious as a main or a side

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Side dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

200g basmati rice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , chopped
2cm piece ginger , chopped
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 green chilli , finely chopped
1 tsp each cumin and mustard seeds
400g can black-eyed bean / peas, rinsed and drained
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
1 tsp turmeric
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds , plain or toasted

Steps:

  • Rinse the rice several times in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion and ginger and fry for 5 mins until the onion is lightly coloured. Stir in the garlic, chilli, cumin and mustard seeds, and fry for 1 min.
  • Tip the rice and beans into the pan and mix well. Add 600ml water, the bay, cinnamon stick, turmeric and a little salt. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and gently cook for about 15 mins until the rice is tender. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and serve with a tomato salad or Tomato cooler.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 56 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.58 milligram of sodium

SPICY RICE AND BEANS



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Make this as spicy as you wish,add more or less,cumin, coriander, chili powder and jalapeno. We like it hot!! from Company's comming - diabetic cooking.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 53m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 cups long grain brown rice, uncooked
1/2 cup grated carrot
2 3/4 cups water
1 tablespoon vegetable bouillon granules
1 bay leaf
1 (14 ounce) can red kidney beans or 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup fresh corn or 1/2 cup frozen corn
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Saute onion, garlic, celery and jalapeno pepper in canola oil in large non stick frying pan for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add cumin, coriander, chili powder and rice.
  • Cook on medium, stirring occasionally until golden.
  • Stir in carrot, water, bouillon powder and bay leaf.
  • Cover; Simmer on medium low for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in beans, tomato and corn.
  • Cover; heat for 15 to 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Stir in cilantro and 1 tablespoon parsley.
  • Garnish with remaining parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.5, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 36.8, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 9.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Use the best quality beans, rice, vegetables, and spices you can find.
  • Don't skimp on the seasonings: This dish is all about the flavor, so don't be afraid to use plenty of garlic, onion, and spices. A good rule of thumb is to use about 1 tablespoon of each spice per pound of beans.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender but not mushy: The beans should be cooked through but still hold their shape. If you overcook them, they will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth you use will add a lot of flavor to the dish, so make sure to use a good quality one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even beef broth.
  • Serve the dish with your favorite toppings: This dish is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Spicy Italian 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 and rice. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a hearty and flavorful meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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