Zatarains red beans and rice with sausage cooking directions

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This recipe for Uptown Red Beans and Rice from Zatarain’s is very easy to make and a really tasty one dish meal. It’s also inexpensive and perfect for making a double batch to have leftovers for lunches or a second meal later!

Zatarains red beans and rice with sausage cooking directions
Zatarains red beans and rice with sausage cooking directions

What makes the recipe extra easy is starting with a box of Zatarain’s. Then you only need to add some turkey sausage and a few other ingredients and you have your whole meal!

Zatarains red beans and rice with sausage cooking directions
With only five ingredients, this dish is quick and easy to make, so it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Read below the recipe for a few alternative serving suggestions.

Ingredients:
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 pound smoked turkey sausage, sliced (we are substituting turkey breakfast sausage)
1 package (8 ounces) ZATARAIN’S® Red Beans and Rice
3 1/4 cups water
Scallions (green parts only, sliced – for garnish)
NOTE: See my additions below

How to make Uptown Red Beans and Rice with Zatarain’s 

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Add sausage; brown on both sides.

2. Stir in Rice Mix and water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.

3. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

4. Garnish with sliced green onions.

NOTE: To make this a more balanced meal, I would add in a chopped green or red pepper and 1/2 a chopped onion while browning the sausage to get some fresh veggies in the dish. Alternatively, you could serve with a green salad.

Zatarains red beans and rice with sausage cooking directions

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 pound smoked turkey sausage, sliced (we are substituting turkey breakfast sausage)
  • 1 package (8 ounces) ZATARAIN’S® Red Beans and Rice
  • 3 1/4 cups water
  • Scallions (green parts only, sliced – for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Add sausage; brown on both sides.

2. Stir in Rice Mix and water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.

3. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

4. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

To make this a more balanced meal, I would add in a chopped green or red pepper and 1/2 a chopped onion while browning the sausage to get some fresh veggies in the dish. Alternatively, you could serve with a green salad.

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How long do you cook Zatarain's rice?

bring water to boil in saucepan. Add butter or margarine and salt, if desired. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender and most of the water is absorbed.

How do you cook Zatarain's rice on the stove?

Usage Tips.
MIX 2 1/2 cups water, Rice Mix and 1 tbsp. butter or margarine in 2-quart saucepan until well blended. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover..
SIMMER 25 minutes or until rice is tender..
REMOVE from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork before serving..

How do I cook Zatarain's Spanish rice in the microwave?

Microwave on MEDIUM (50% power) 16 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally. Let stand in microwave 5 minutes. Fluff with fork before serving. Microwave ovens vary; adjust cooking times as needed.

Are Zatarain's beans precooked?

This flavorful dish is perfect as a side or jazzed up as a meal. With pre-cooked red beans and bell peppers, you can enjoy the authentic flavor and soul of New Orleans in less than 30 minutes.