Tutu (Dutch Antilles Bean Porridge)

This sweet and savory porridge made of black eyed peas is eaten for dinner.

Original recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 cups dried black-eyed peas
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup all-purpose flour
5 cups water
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons white sugar

  • PREP

    15 mins

  • COOK

    45 mins

  • READY IN

    9 hrs

Directions

  1. Cover black-eyed peas with water, and soak overnight.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic and onion, and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in flour until evenly combined with onion. Add water, nutmeg, and sugar. Drain peas, and add to saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the black-eyed peas are tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 256 kcal
Carbohydrates: 47.9 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 4.6 g
Fiber: 5.3 g
Protein: 5.9 g
Sodium: 5 mg

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