Description
A flavorful Cajun-inspired dish featuring tender baby red potatoes and fresh green beans smothered in a savory onion and garlic sauce with crispy bacon and aromatic Cajun seasoning, perfect for a comforting side or vegetarian-adaptable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 pound baby red potatoes, quartered
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions become translucent and aromatic.
- Add Cajun seasoning: Stir in the Cajun seasoning and mix well with the onions and garlic to evenly coat them.
- Cook potatoes: Add the quartered red potatoes to the pot, stirring them into the mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing them to soak up the flavors.
- Add chicken broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the pot to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Add green beans: Add the trimmed green beans to the pot. Stir well to combine with the potatoes and onion mixture. Cover the pot again and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes, until the green beans are tender but still vibrant.
- Season and adjust flavors: Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add more Cajun seasoning for an extra kick.
- Add bacon garnish: Once the vegetables are ready, sprinkle the cooked bacon on top as a crunchy garnish.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for color and freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey bacon or omit bacon for a vegetarian version; use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning according to your preferred spice level.
- Green beans should remain slightly crisp; do not overcook to maintain vibrant color and texture.
- This dish can be served as a hearty side or paired with grilled meats or fish.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
