Cajun Style Soybeans and Rice

Cajun Kick Meets Soy Power

Hearty, protein-packed, and bursting with flavor in every bite.

Soy adds high-quality plant protein while reducing saturated fat, all without sacrificing flavor. Its neutral taste makes it versatile—perfect in sides, entrées, soups, salads, and even dairy alternatives. A smart, nutritious fit for southern kitchens.

Cajun Style Soybeans and Rice

Prep Time:

Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups of cooked yellow soybeans (1 cup dry)

• 3 cups of cooked black soybeans (1 cup dry)

• 1 pound of sliced smoked sausage (I use turkey – but meat is optional since soy is a complete protein)

• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil

• 7-10 cups of chicken broth (you can also use vegetable broth)

• ¼ cup of chopped fresh parsley (you can use a little less)

• 3 chopped green onions (for garnish)

• 3 cups of cooked rice (1 cup dry)

Vegetables

• 1 cup chopped green bell peppers

• 1 cup chopped red bell peppers

• ½ cup chopped yellow peppers

• 2 cups onions

• 2 Tablespoons minced garlic

• 2 Tablespoons minced ginger

Spice Mix

• 3 bay leaves

• 2 teaspoons dry mustard

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

• ½ teaspoon cayenne

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

DIRECTIONS

Getting Ready: 

1. Pre-Cook and freeze soybeans (can also be cooked the day you make this dish).

2. If frozen, thaw soybeans in the refrigerator or in the microwave (according to directions).

3. Chop onion, bell peppers, garlic, ginger root and parsley.

4. Mix spices.

STEP 1: Use a tall soup pot to make this amazing entrée.

• Rinse cooked soybeans and set aside.

• Heat the oil in a large pot (5+ quarts) on high heat.

• Add the onions, bell peppers and smoked sausage and cook, stirring frequently for about 6 minutes.

• Add diced garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.

• Add spice mix and stir well.

• Add chicken broth, yellow and black soybeans, stirring well until mixture begins to boil.

STEP 2:

• Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 2 hours.

• Add chopped parsley to the pot, stirring well about 30 minutes before serving.

STEP 3:

• Serve over cooked, hot white rice for the traditional recipe.

• If you arevtrying to reduce the carbohydrates in your diet, the rice is optional. (see nutrition facts panels below)

• Garnish with chopped green onions and a little chopped parsley.

ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts. Makes 10 (1 cup) servings

Without rice.

With rice.