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Copycat Popeye's Red Beans and Rice

Copycat Popeye’s Red Beans and Rice: Easy Comfort Food Bliss

A delightful homemade version of the classic Popeye’s Red Beans and Rice, perfect for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried red beans
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Rinse and soak the red beans overnight.
  2. In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion, celery, and bell pepper until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Drain and add soaked beans along with water and Cajun seasoning.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour until beans are tender.
  6. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions.

Notes

  • For best flavor, soak beans overnight.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 14g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Copycat Popeye's Red Beans and Rice