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Hearty One-Pot Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

Close-up of a white bowl filled with savory black beans and rice mixed with sliced sausage and topped with fresh cilantro.
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Make this hearty, flavorful black beans and rice with sausage in a single pot. It is a satisfying, budget-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (like kielbasa or andouille), sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat it with the spices and oil for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Add the bay leaf and return the cooked sausage to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, covered, for an additional 10 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this resting period.
  8. Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
  9. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth. Add 1 cup of diced mushrooms or plant-based sausage substitute when sautéing the vegetables.
  • Rinsing the rice removes excess starch, which helps keep the final dish from becoming too sticky.
  • This black beans and rice recipe freezes well; cool completely before storing in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

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