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One-Pot Black Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage

A white bowl filled with white rice, black beans and rice, topped with sliced, grilled sausage and fresh cilantro.
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Make this hearty, flavorful black beans and rice with smoked sausage in a single pot. It is a satisfying, budget-friendly meal ready in under 40 minutes, 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)
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook 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 for 1 minute to toast the grains lightly.
  5. Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Add the rinsed black beans, broth, and bay leaf. Stir everything together.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil. 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 and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  8. Fluff the rice and beans 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, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth. Add 1 cup of chopped mushrooms or plant-based sausage substitute when sautéing the vegetables.
  • 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 1 diced jalapeño along with the onion and pepper.

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