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Jamaican Oats Porridge

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, Oats Porridge is a beloved breakfast staple that showcases the island's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed for its comforting warmth and nutritional benefits, it reflects the use of local ingredients like coconut milk and spices. Today, variations exist globally, with many adapting the recipe to include different fruits and sweeteners, making it a versatile dish enjoyed by many.

JamaicanJMbreakfast
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup Quaker Oats
2 cups water
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
sweetened condensed milk (to taste)

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and available.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is a natural sweetener.

1

Add 2 cups of water to a pot and bring it to a boil.

2

In a blender, combine 1 cup of oats and 1 cup of whole milk, then blend until finely chopped.

3

Once the water is boiling, add the blended mixture to the pot and stir well.

4

Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

5

After 4-5 minutes, add 1/2 cup of coconut milk to the pot and stir.

6

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the porridge thickens.

7

Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the pot and stir well.

8

Add sweetened condensed milk to taste, adjusting sweetness as desired.

9

Turn off the stove and serve the porridge in a bowl.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Oats PorridgeJamaican Oatmeal

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