Krentjebrij facts for kids

Krentjebrij is a special traditional dish from the Netherlands. It's like a sweet soup or a thick pudding, often eaten as a dessert. People in the northern parts of the Netherlands, especially in a province called Groningen and an area called Drenthe, enjoy it a lot. You can eat Krentjebrij either warm or cold.

What is Krentjebrij?

Krentjebrij is a unique dessert that has been enjoyed for a long time in the Netherlands. It's sometimes called watergruel or krintsjebrij, especially in a different Dutch province called Friesland. There isn't one perfect English name for it, but you could think of it as "Raisin Porridge" or "Berry Soup." The name "Krentjebrij" itself means something like "currants cooked into a mush."

What's in Krentjebrij?

Krentjebrij is made from a mix of tasty ingredients. The main part is usually a juice made from berries like red currants, black currants, or bilberries.

Here are some common ingredients you might find in Krentjebrij:

• Water
• Pearl barley: This is a type of grain that makes the dish thick and hearty.
• Berry juices: These give Krentjebrij its fruity flavor and color.
• Dried fruits: Things like currants and raisins are often added.
• Other fruits: Sometimes, pieces of apple or cherries are included.
• Sweeteners: Sugar or honey are used to make it sweet. Sometimes, even cherry jello powder is used for extra flavor and thickness.
• Spices and flavors: A little lemon, salt, vinegar, or cinnamon can be added to make the taste even better.

A product called Bessola is a ready-made version of this dish that you can buy in stores in the Netherlands.

See also

In Spanish: Krentjebrij para niños