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Jamaican Porridge

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, this porridge is a beloved breakfast dish made primarily from cornmeal or oats. Traditionally, it serves as a hearty start to the day, often enjoyed with family. Jamaican porridge reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, utilizing local ingredients like coconut milk and spices. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean and beyond, adapting to different tastes and dietary needs.

JamaicanJMbreakfast
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups water
1-2 teaspoons salt
1 stick cinnamon
2 cinnamon leaves
1.5 cups cornmeal
steel cut oatmeal
organic coconut milk
Carnation milk
suppen

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

1

Boil 4 cups of water in a large pot over medium heat.

2

Add 1-2 teaspoons of salt to the boiling water for flavor.

3

Add 1 stick of cinnamon and 2 cinnamon leaves to the water.

4

Pour in about a capful of vanilla extract into the water.

5

Sprinkle in nutmeg to taste into the boiling water.

6

In a separate bowl, combine approximately 1.5 cups of cornmeal with steel cut oatmeal, mixing them together.

7

Once the water is boiling, pour some of it into the cornmeal and oatmeal mixture to create a smooth mix and prevent lumps.

8

Transfer the cornmeal mixture into the boiling water while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.

9

Add organic coconut milk to the pot, adjusting the amount to avoid making the porridge too thin.

10

Incorporate some Carnation milk into the mixture.

11

Add the suppen to the pot, mixing well.

12

Turn the heat down to low and let the porridge cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstirring

Equipment Needed

large potspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Cornmeal PorridgeOatmeal Porridge

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