Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
A creamy Jamaican breakfast porridge made with fine yellow cornmeal, coconut milk, warm spices, vanilla, and sweetened condensed milk.
- 30 min
- 420 kcal
- Vegetarian
- Jamaican
Mellowpan tip: Ready in 30 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
For 4 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Add 2 1/2 cups water and 1 can coconut milk to a 4-quart heavy-bottomed pot.
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Step 2:
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Step 3:
Meanwhile, add 1 cup cornmeal and 1 1/2 cups water to a large mixing cup.
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Step 4:
Whisk until smooth.
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Step 5:
Once the pot begins to boil, whisk in the cornmeal mixture.
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Step 6:
Continue whisking for about 1 minute, ensuring there are no lumps.
1 min -
Step 7:
Reduce the heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
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Step 8:
Cook over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
15–20 min -
Step 9:
When there are about 5 minutes left, stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
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Step 10:
Remove from the heat and sweeten with condensed milk.
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Step 11:
Serve and enjoy.
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