Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Rice
495 min.
8
719kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of the South with this Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Rice recipe, a perfect blend of hearty ingredients that will warm your soul. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs, but it also delivers a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of the day. With a cooking time of 495 minutes, the slow cooker works its magic, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day.

Imagine coming home to the enticing aroma of smoked pork hocks and savory sausage, mingling with the vibrant notes of bell peppers and Cajun seasoning. This recipe serves eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Each serving is a delightful combination of tender red beans, perfectly cooked rice, and a medley of spices that will transport your taste buds straight to Louisiana.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty main dish, a flavorful side, or a satisfying lunch, this Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Rice is sure to impress. It’s a dish that embodies comfort and tradition, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a solo treat. Get ready to savor every bite of this delicious, soul-satisfying meal!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup bell pepper coarsely chopped
  • teaspoons cajun spice 
  • 15 ounces beans red rinsed drained canned
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce canned
  •  bay leaves dried
  • cups rice instant uncooked
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • tablespoon hot sauce red
  • 1.3 pounds pork hock smoked
  • pound andouille smoked fully cooked
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Place pork hocks in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.Top with onion, beans, bay leaf, tomato sauce, pepper sauce and bellpepper in order listed.
  2. Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.
  3. About 30 minutes before serving, heat water to boiling in 2-quartsaucepan over high heat.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in rice. Cover andlet stand about 5 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff rice with forkbefore serving.
  5. Meanwhile, remove pork from cooker; place on cutting board. Pull meatfrom bones, using 2 forks; discard bones and skin. Return pork tocooker. Stir in Cajun seasoning and sausage. Increase heat setting tohigh. Cover and cook 15 minutes or until sausage is heated through.
  6. For each serving, place 1/2 cup rice in soup bowl and top with 3/4 cupred bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories719kcal
Protein19.94%
Fat41.09%
Carbs38.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.02
Glycemic Load
37.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.746086846227%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:719.42kcal
35.97%
Fat:32.29g
49.67%
Saturated Fat:11.45g
71.58%
Carbohydrates:68.91g
22.97%
Net Carbohydrates:63.83g
23.21%
Sugar:3.83g
4.26%
Cholesterol:117.51mg
39.17%
Sodium:1097.98mg
47.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.25g
70.5%
Manganese:1.02mg
50.96%
Vitamin C:23.62mg
28.63%
Selenium:18.88µg
26.97%
Potassium:793.7mg
22.68%
Phosphorus:217.99mg
21.8%
Fiber:5.08g
20.31%
Iron:3.63mg
20.19%
Vitamin B3:3.93mg
19.63%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.48%
Vitamin A:917.3IU
18.35%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.25%
Copper:0.35mg
17.43%
Zinc:2.48mg
16.5%
Vitamin B12:0.86µg
14.27%
Magnesium:52.12mg
13.03%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.02%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.51%
Folate:34.16µg
8.54%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.14%
Calcium:66.59mg
6.66%
Vitamin K:4.88µg
4.65%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.16%