Red kidney beans
Firm-textured dried red kidney beans. They need soaking and a sufficient rolling boil before gentle simmering.
What it offers and why to use it
Firm-textured dried red kidney beans. They need soaking and a sufficient rolling boil before gentle simmering. Soak for at least 8 hours, discard the water and boil in fresh water for 30 minutes before simmering until tender. Do not rely solely on a slow cooker to cook dried beans.
Firm-textured dried red kidney beans. They need soaking and a sufficient rolling boil before gentle simmering.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose intact dried beans without moisture, insects or unusual marks.
Store
Store dry in an airtight container away from heat and moisture. Refrigerate promptly once cooked.
Prepare
Soak for at least 8 hours, discard the water and boil in fresh water for 30 minutes before simmering until tender. Do not rely solely on a slow cooker to cook dried beans.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Pairs with vegetables, rice, paprika and olive oil.
How to substitute it
Another dried bean can replace it, adjusting soaking, time and water.
Recipes with red kidney beans
Red beans with pork hock and broccoli
Red beans stewed with tender pork hock and vegetables, served with steamed broccoli.
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