Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge

Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge

This cornmeal porridge is a family recipe. The dish makes enough porridge for one hungry adult or two hungry six-year-old kids.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
1

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup cornmeal
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons raisins (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Combine water, cornmeal, whole milk, coconut milk, white sugar, vanilla extract, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a blender; blend until smooth.

Step 2
Bring mixture to a boil in a saucepan; whisk occasionally until beginning to thicken, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat when slow bubbles form. Stir frequently until as thick as you like, about 5 minutes. Add raisins.

Step 3
Remove from heat, cover, and let cool before serving, about 5 minutes.

Tips

You may also blend cornmeal mixture in a NutriBullet or shake well in a sealed container.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

536
Calories
15g
Fat
96g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 536
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 19%
Saturated Fat12g 61%
Cholesterol6mg 2%
Sodium1208mg 53%
Total Carbohydrate96g 35%
Dietary Fiber4g 13%
Total Sugars54g
Protein7g
Vitamin C1mg 6%
Calcium106mg 8%
Iron4mg 24%
Potassium448mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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