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Cornmeal Porridge
Cornmeal porridge
Cornmeal porridge is a delicious and creamy breakfast dish made from cornmeal, water or milk, sugar, and sometimes flavored with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. It’s a popular dish in many cultures around the world and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups milk (can use coconut milk for a richer flavor)
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)
- nutmeg for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornmeal with 1 cup of milk to form a smooth paste.
- Slowly pour the cornmeal mixture into the boiling water, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring frequently, for about 10-15 minutes until it thickens.
- Add the remaining milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
- Continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes until the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken further.
- Serve hot, sprinkled with ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 325kcal (16%)Carbohydrates: 60g (20%)Protein: 8g (16%)Fat: 6g (9%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mg (5%)Sodium: 351mg (15%)Potassium: 313mg (9%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 32g (36%)Vitamin A: 198IU (4%)Calcium: 160mg (16%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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