Krentjebrij

Consumed either cold or warm, krentjebrij is a delicious Dutch porridge or a thick soup based on fresh berries as its key ingredient. Apart from the berries, it consists of pearl barley, raisins, currants, lemon peel, and sugar. It is recommended to use strawberries, red currants, blackberries, and raspberries, but any berry variety will do. This dish is traditionally served as a dessert, but it can also be served as a main dish. Krentjebrij is sometimes additionally flavored with cinnamon, and it is said to taste the best when served with a splash of heavy cream on top.