Cajun-Style Vegan Red Beans & Rice

These Cajun-Style Vegan Red Beans and Rice are a healthy version of the traditional Louisiana dish, but are still just as satisfying and flavorful!

1 pound dry red kidney beans, soaked overnight
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, cored and diced
2 medium stalks celery, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 bay leaves
1 32-ounce container vegetable broth
1½ cups dry brown rice
½ teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)

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