1green bell pepperfinely chopped (I didnt have and omitted)
10garlic clovesfinely chopped
1Tblswhite or yellow miso pasteheaping
1TblsCajun or Creole seasoningor 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp each sweet paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cayenne
3dried bay leaves
3fresh thyme springsor 1 tsp dried thyme
1tspsoy sauce
1lbdried red kidney beans
1qtlow-sodium vegetable broth
Cooked ricefor serving
Sliced scallionsfor serving, optional (I forgot)
Louisiana-style hot saucefor serving
Instructions
Set Instant Pot to the high saute setting. Add vegetable oil and heat. Add onion, celery, green pepper (if using) and garlic. Saute until vegetable soften, stirring occassionally, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in miso, Cajun seasoning (or individual spices), bay leaves, thyme, soy sauce, kidney beans and vegetable broth. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high, and set time for 30-35 minutes.
When finished cooking, let pressure naturally according to manufacturer’s directions, about 20-30 minutes.
Test bean for doneness and if still too hard, reseal the Instant Pot lid and cook for an additional 20 minutes at high pressure.
Taste for salt and pepper and add as needed. Serve with cooked rice, Garnish with scallions and hot sauce, if desired.