Tutu - Dutch Antilles Bean Porridge Recipe

Tutu, also known as Dutch Antilles Bean Porridge, is a traditional dish from the Dutch Caribbean islands. This flavorful and hearty porridge is made with black-eyed peas, cornmeal, salted pork, and spices. It is slow-cooked until thick and creamy, resulting in a comforting and satisfying meal. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish with your favorite Caribbean dishes. This recipe is a delicious taste of the Dutch Antilles cuisine and is perfect for those who enjoy rich and flavorful comfort food.

Ingredients

• 2 cups black-eyed peas
• 1 pound salted pork, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Water

Directions

1. Rinse the black-eyed peas and soak them in water overnight.
2. In a large pot, add the soaked black-eyed peas and cover them with water.
3. Bring to a boil and cook for 30-40 minutes or until the peas are tender.
4. While the peas are cooking, add the salted pork to a separate pot and cover with water.
5. Bring to a boil and cook for 20-30 minutes or until the pork is tender.
6. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
7. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, thyme, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
8. Sauté the spices and aromatics until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
9. Add the cooked black-eyed peas to the pot with the spices and aromatics.
10. Using a wooden spoon, mash the peas until they are partially mashed.
11. Add the cornmeal to the pot and stir well to combine.
12. Continue cooking the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
13. Add water as needed to achieve a thick and creamy consistency.
14. Cook for an additional 20-30 minutes or until the cornmeal is fully cooked and the porridge is thickened.
15. Meanwhile, shred the cooked salted pork into small pieces.
16. Once the porridge is ready, stir in the shredded pork.
17. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
18. Serve the Tutu - Dutch Antilles Bean Porridge hot as a main course or as a side dish.

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