Best 6 Spicy Red Beans With Fennel Seed Recipes

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**Spice up your mealtime with our tantalizing spicy red beans with fennel seed, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds.**

This delectable dish combines the rustic charm of red beans with the aromatic allure of fennel seeds, creating a hearty and flavorful experience. Our collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences, offering a classic version brimming with traditional spices, a vegan variation bursting with plant-based goodness, and a slow-cooker adaptation that effortlessly delivers tender and succulent beans. Embark on a culinary journey with our spicy red beans and fennel seed recipes, promising a satisfying and memorable meal.

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GREEN BEANS WITH FENNEL



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 thinly sliced fennel bulb and cook, stirring, until browned, 15 minutes. Cook 1 1/2 pounds halved green beans in boiling salted water until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and add to the fennel. Stir in 2 tablespoons each butter and water and cook until glazed, 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

SPICY BEANS 'N' RICE



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Savory Cajun flavor zips up this quick skillet dish that's loaded with beans, tomatoes, rice and seasonings. "It's delicious served with corn bread muffins," notes Ranae Jones from Fort Rucker, Alabama.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup coarsely chopped green pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
2-1/2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, cayenne and fennel seed. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Stir in the beans. Cover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until beans are heated through. Serve with rice.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

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.

SWEET AND SPICY BAKED RED BED BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon butter
2 strips smoked bacon, cut in small dice
1 cup small diced yellow onion
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 cup chopped tomato
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chile powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons whole grain mustard
2 cups chicken stock or water
4 cups cooked red beans (you can substitute pinto or black beans)
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • In a large, heavy-bottomed, ovenproof pot, on medium heat, cook the onions with the butter and bacon until tender. Turn the heat up to high and add the garlic, ginger, tomato, spices, and sugar. Stir until vegetables start to lightly caramelize. Add the vinegar, mustard and stock. Stir in the beans. Cover and place in the oven for 1 hour. Remove from oven. The beans should have absorbed a lot of the liquid, if the beans are soupy place on top of the stove and cook over medium heat until the desired consistency is reached. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

SPICY RED BEANS WITH FENNEL SEED



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Prepared in a pressure cooker, kidney beans are cooked with fennel seed and cayenne pepper. This is very good mixed with cubed ham, or in red beans and rice.

Provided by FURB

Categories     Bean and Pea Side Dishes

Time 2h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups dry kidney beans
2 teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons fennel seed
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
freshly ground mixed peppercorns to taste

Steps:

  • Place beans into a pressure cooker and fill with enough water to cover the beans by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain and cool for 1 hour.
  • Add water to the beans again, filling just enough to cover the beans by 1/2 inch. Season with salt, fennel seed, cayenne pepper and mixed peppercorns. Put the lid on and set the pressure to high, or 15 pounds depending on your indicator. Bring to a boil and cook for 35 minutes. Let the pressure lower naturally before releasing the lid, according to manufacturer's instructions (about 15 minutes). Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 470.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SPICY RED BEANS WITH FENNEL SEED



Spicy Red Beans With Fennel Seed image

Prepared in a pressure cooker, kidney beans are cooked with fennel seed and cayenne pepper. This is very good mixed with cubed ham, or in red beans and rice.

Provided by FURB

Categories     Bean and Pea Side Dishes

Time 2h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups dry kidney beans
2 teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons fennel seed
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
freshly ground mixed peppercorns to taste

Steps:

  • Place beans into a pressure cooker and fill with enough water to cover the beans by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain and cool for 1 hour.
  • Add water to the beans again, filling just enough to cover the beans by 1/2 inch. Season with salt, fennel seed, cayenne pepper and mixed peppercorns. Put the lid on and set the pressure to high, or 15 pounds depending on your indicator. Bring to a boil and cook for 35 minutes. Let the pressure lower naturally before releasing the lid, according to manufacturer's instructions (about 15 minutes). Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 470.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • Soaking the Beans: Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce cooking time and makes them more digestible. If you're short on time, you can quick-soak the beans by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Using Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients, especially the vegetables, will give your red beans the best flavor. If possible, use organic produce.
  • Sautéing the Vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the pot helps to bring out their flavor and gives the dish a more complex flavor profile.
  • Using Good-Quality Spices: The spices are what give red beans their characteristic flavor, so it's important to use good-quality spices. Look for spices that are fresh and have a strong aroma.
  • Simmering the Beans: Simmering the beans for at least 1 hour allows the flavors to meld and develop. Be sure to keep an eye on the beans and add more liquid if necessary.
  • Serving the Beans: Red beans can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, cornbread, or salad. They can also be used as a filling for tacos or burritos.

Conclusion:

Spicy red beans with fennel seed is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of spices and vegetables gives the dish a complex flavor profile that is sure to please even the most discerning palate. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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