South Carolina Grilled Butter Beans & Sausage

Introduction

Welcome to your new favorite grilling recipe! These Grilled Butter Beans with Andouille Sausage are wrapped in foil, cooked directly on the flat top cooktop of the Arteflame grill, and infused with smoke, spice, and buttery goodness. This southern classic gets a fire-kissed upgrade the Arteflame way—no lids, no pots, just open fire magic and bold flavors.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked butter beans (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 lb Andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
• Heavy-duty aluminum foil

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame Grill

1. Pour a little vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins at the bottom center of the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins and light them.
4. Let the fire burn for approx. 20 minutes until the cooktop is hot and ready.

Step 2: Assemble the Foil Packets

1. In a large bowl, combine butter beans, sliced sausage, bell pepper, onion, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and melted butter. Mix well.
2. Cut 2 large pieces of heavy-duty foil. Divide the mixture evenly into the center of each.
3. Fold the sides of the foil over the mixture, sealing them tightly into a secure packet.

Step 3: Grill the Packets

1. Place the foil packets on the Arteflame flat cooktop near the center, where the temperature is medium-hot.
2. Cook for about 18–20 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
3. Carefully open a packet to check if the beans are piping hot and the sausage is slightly crisped.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

1. Remove the packets from the grill and carefully open them (watch for steam!).
2. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving, if desired.
3. Serve hot, right out of the foil or transfer to a platter for sharing.

Tips

• Use butter instead of oil for more flavor—that signature Arteflame sizzle brings it alive!
• Use the hotter inner ring of the cooktop for faster grilling and crisping.
• Always remove meat 15°F before your target temperature to prevent overcooking.
• Don’t overcrowd the foil packets—air circulation helps everything cook evenly.
• You can prep your foil packets in advance and refrigerate until ready to grill.

Variations

1. Tex-Mex Style: Add black beans, corn, diced jalapeños, cumin and a squeeze of lime juice for a spicy southwestern twist.
2. Maple Bacon: Replace Andouille sausage with thick-cut bacon pieces and add a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet-savory bite.
3. Southern BBQ: Mix in pulled pork with BBQ sauce and butter beans for a bold and smoky classic BBQ blend.
4. Vegetarian Delight: Swap sausage for vegetarian smoked sausage and add cherry tomatoes and zucchini for a lighter alternative.
5. Creole Kick: Mix in okra, tomatoes and extra hot sauce to give your foil packets a real Louisiana-style heat.

Best Pairings

• Grilled cornbread or hoe cakes
• Sweet tea or cold American pale ale
• Charred collard greens on the Arteflame
• Roasted garlic mashed potatoes

Conclusion

This South Carolina Grilled Butter Beans and Andouille Sausage recipe is a flavor-packed crowd-pleaser that takes full advantage of your Arteflame grill. Bold, smoky, and incredibly easy to cook, it's proof that when simplicity meets great ingredients and smart grilling technique, magic happens. Now that you’ve mastered this one, try one of the variations next time you fire up the grill!