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One-Pan Cajun Black Beans & Rice (Vegan+GF)

Turn some basic beans and rice into a delicious and comforting meal that's easy, fast, and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 16 ounce bag Trader Joe's brown rice medley or brown rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper finely minced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 small green and 1 small red bell pepper (seeds and stem removed) diced
  • 3 large stalks celery finely chopped
  • 1 small bunch radishes finely chopped with stems removed
  • 1 15 ounce can cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 ounce can cooked red beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt plus more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional if you like it hot
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 handful fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 4 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Add 1 teaspoon oil to a large skillet with lid and place over medium high heat. Add garlic, jalapeño, onion, bell peppers, celery, and radishes to pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until celery and radishes are slightly softened.
  2. Reduce heat to medium low and add 3 cups water, brown rice, beans, and seasonings to pan and cover. Stir occasionally and cook covered for 20 to 25 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove the bay leaves and season to taste with additional salt.