Popeyes Red Beans And Rice Copycat Recipe
on Oct 02, 2022
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If you enjoy the flavor of the red beans and rice at Popeyes, give this copycat recipe a try. It includes step-by-step instructions on how to recreate this tasty dish in your own home!
Serve this Popeyes red beans and rice dish alongside your favorite chicken, pork, fish, or beef dish. It’s loaded with delicious Cajun flavors.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- white long grain rice
- unsalted butter
- canned red beans
- water
- garlic salt
- onion powder
- Creole seasoning
- liquid smoke
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Popeyes Red Beans And Rice
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and butter and reduce to a simmer. Cover the saucepan and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Empty the beans and the liquid from the can into a large pot. Use a potato masher to crush some of the beans, ensuring that most are left whole.
- Add the water, garlic salt, onion powder, creole seasoning, and liquid smoke to the beans. Stir to combine.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes or until the beans start to soften. Stir the mixture occasionally to ensure that the beans don’t stick.
Tips And Tricks
- Be sure to keep the liquid from the cans of beans. It adds flavor to the overall dish.
- Red beans are not the same as kidney beans. They may be labeled as small red beans or Mexican beans.
- For a touch of heat, add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce or some minced jalapeno.
- Mashing some of the beans makes the dish extra rich and creamy.
- If the rice is cooked but there’s still water in the saucepan, go ahead and drain the water.
How To Serve Red Beans And Rice
Red beans and rice can be served as a delicious vegetarian-friendly main dish or as a side. It’s a comforting dish that pairs well with fried chicken, meatloaf, pork chops, fried fish, salads, cornbread, and veggies.
How To Store Leftover Red Beans And Rice
Leftovers should be cooled to room temperature. If you haven’t combined the red beans and rice, store them in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also store the leftovers in one container.
Can You Freeze Red Beans And Rice?
Yes. Place the cooled leftovers in a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Frozen leftovers should be thawed in the fridge overnight before reheating.
How To Reheat Red Beans And Rice
The easiest way to reheat red beans and rice is in the microwave. Place the leftovers in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and reheat at reduced power, stirring occasionally, until hot throughout.
Popeyes Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups white long grain rice, uncooked
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cans red beans, do not drain
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, or more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and butter and reduce to a simmer. Cover the saucepan and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Empty the beans and the liquid from the can into a large pot. Use a potato masher to crush some of the beans, ensuring that most are left whole.
- Add the water, garlic salt, onion powder, creole seasoning, and liquid smoke to the beans. Stir to combine.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes or until the beans start to soften. Stir the mixture occasionally to ensure that the beans don’t stick.
- Transfer the beans to serving bowls and top with a scoop of rice.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.