Sos Pwa (Bean Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried red beans, rinsed
  • 3 scallions 
  • 1 tbsp parsley
  • 2 shallots
  • 2 quarts water
  • 2 chopped cloves of garlic
  • 4 cubes of chicken bouillon
  • Salt, black and hot pepper to taste 

Directions

Combine scallions, parsley, shallots, and hot peppers to form a paste.

Heat oil over medium heat and add seasoning paste, beans, and scallions. Add water, parsley, and bring to boil.  Cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until beans are tender.  Blend beans and juice in an electric blender or force through a strainer.  Return sauce to low heat and season to taste. 

Recipe courtesy of God’s Littlest Angels.