The dried turtle beans don't need to be soaked for this recipe.
The black turtle bean is also popular for making into soups.
These beans are commonly referred to as turtle beans, probably in reference to their shiny, dark, shell-like appearance.
The black turtle bean has a dense, meaty texture, which makes it popular in vegetarian dishes.
Black beans: also called turtle beans, these shiny, kidney-shaped, black-skinned legumes are a staple in their native Cuba and in South and Central America.
