Black Beans and Rice with Sausage
Black Beans and Rice with Sausage is a comforting, flavorful dish featuring smoky sausage, hearty black beans, and fluffy rice, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup rice (white or brown) Brown rice may require additional water and time to cook.
- 1 pound sausage (such as kielbasa or chorizo) Customize based on preference.
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Use certified gluten-free broth for gluten-free option.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Toppings
- chopped cilantro For garnish.
- lime wedges For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients, ensuring everything is measured and ready to go. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and stir for about a minute until fragrant.
- Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Add the rice to the pot and stir for about one minute.
- Pour in the broth and add the rinsed black beans. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day. Adjust spices according to your preference.