Low Sodium Classic Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Low Sodium Classic Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge, a reimagined version of a beloved island breakfast. This recipe swaps traditional high-sodium ingredients for a healthier twist while preserving the creamy richness and bold spices that make it irresistible. Made with silky coconut milk, fragrant vanilla, and warming spice blends of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, this hearty porridge is naturally sweetened with maple syrup for a guilt-free treat. Quick and simple to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy mornings or slow weekend brunches. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of spice for a wholesome start to your day that’s bursting with tropical flavor. A low-sodium delight you’ll savor spoon after spoon!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix the cornmeal with 1 cup of water to create a smooth slurry without any lumps.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the remaining 3 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Gradually add the cornmeal slurry to the boiling water, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir frequently to ensure the mixture doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes or until the porridge begins to thicken.
Add the coconut milk, and continue to stir for another 5 minutes, allowing the porridge to become creamy.
Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice, incorporating them thoroughly into the porridge.
Sweeten the porridge by adding maple syrup, adjusting the quantity to suit your personal taste.
Continue cooking the porridge on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently until it reaches the desired consistency.
Once the porridge is adequately thickened and fragrant, remove it from the heat.
Serve hot in individual bowls, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of additional cinnamon or nutmeg on top for an extra touch of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 85 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.0 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
