Cajun-Style Beef and Beans

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 6

Savory Cajun-Style Beef and Beans recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

478

Sugar

Fat

23g

Cajun-Style Beef and Beans is a popular dish in Southern cooking. The combination of ground beef, beans, and tomatoes make it a hearty meal that is perfect for a chilly day or for feeding a crowd. The Cajun seasoning adds an extra kick of flavor that makes the dish special and unique. Serve it over white rice for a complete meal that will keep everyone happy and full.

Instructions

1.	Cook white rice in water according to package instructions.
2.	In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned.
3.	Add chopped onion and continue cooking until onion is translucent.
4.	Add canned red beans, canned diced tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning, and bring mixture to a simmer.
5.	Lower heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until everything is heated through.
6.	Serve Cajun-Style Beef and Beans over white rice.

PROS

Cajun-Style Beef and Beans is a hearty and savory dish that is a perfect one-pot meal.

It is an excellent source of protein and fiber, which helps in keeping you feeling full and satisfied.

It is also an affordable and easy recipe to make for a crowd.

CONS

This recipe may be high in sodium due to the canned beans and tomatoes, and the Cajun seasoning may have added salt as well.

It may also be high in fat due to the ground beef.
However, you can use lean ground beef or drain off excess fat after cooking to reduce the fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein and fiber, both of which promote feelings of fullness and help in maintaining a healthy digestive system.
The dish also contains vitamins and minerals from the vegetables in the recipe, such as vitamin C and potassium.

	1 cup uncooked white rice
	2 cups water
	1 pound ground beef
	1 onion , chopped
	1 can red beans , drained and rinsed
	1 can diced tomatoes
	2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning