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Hearty One-Pot Black Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage

A close-up of flavorful black beans and rice mixed with slices of browned sausage and topped with fresh cilantro.
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Make this flavorful, budget-friendly black beans and rice with smoked sausage in just one pot. It is a satisfying main dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 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)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced smoked 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 drippings in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, 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 uncooked rice to the pot and stir to coat it with the seasonings and drippings. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the broth. Add the rinsed black beans and the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the cooked sausage. Let the pot stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  8. Remove the bay leaf. Fluff the rice mixture gently with a fork. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, skip the sausage and use vegetable broth. You can add 1 cup of diced mushrooms or plant-based sausage substitute along with the onions and peppers.
  • This recipe works well for meal prep; store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, add a diced jalapeño along with the bell pepper.

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