Kapucijners with Bacon and Syrup
Authentic Dutch kapucijners recipe with bacon, onions, and syrup. A quick 20-minute Dutch comfort meal using traditional blue peas. Easy and delicious.
Equipment
- sieve
- knife
- skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cans kapucijners (about 28 oz total), well drained
- 9 oz diced bacon
- 4 yellow onions (sliced in half mons)
- 2 tablespoon dried thyme
- Dutch stroop (for serving, see notes)
- Pickles (Amsterdam onions, gherkins, or any tart pickles you like)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon, onions, and thyme (no oil needed) and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring often, until the onions are soft and the bacon is lightly crisp.
- While the bacon cooks, drain the kapucijners very well. Rinse and pat them dry with paper towels if they seem watery.
- Add the kapucijners to the skillet and warm through for 3–4 minutes.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of molasses and a generous side of pickles.
Notes
- Where to buy kapucijners and stroop: Online or Dutch import shops. Look for terms like kapucijners, blue peas, or Marrowfat peas.
- Can't find Dutch Stroop? Use half molasses, half light corn syrup.
- Texture tip: The peas should be creamy, not mushy. Don’t overheat once added to the skillet.