Vegan Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
Indulge in a warm, comforting bowl of Vegan Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge—a creamy, dairy-free twist on a traditional Caribbean breakfast favorite. Made with fine cornmeal, rich coconut milk, and a medley of fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, this hearty porridge is lightly sweetened with brown sugar and dotted with plump raisins for a touch of natural sweetness. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this plant-based recipe is perfect for those seeking a wholesome, gluten-free breakfast option packed with Caribbean-inspired flavors. Serve it piping hot and sprinkle with ground cinnamon for a cozy start to your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fine cornmeal
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, mix the cornmeal with 1 cup of water to create a smooth, lump-free mixture.
In a large pot, bring 1 cup of water, coconut milk, and the cinnamon stick to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Slowly pour the cornmeal mixture into the boiling liquid, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring.
Add the nutmeg, vanilla extract, brown sugar, and salt. Continue to stir the mixture to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
Add the raisins to the pot. Simmer the porridge gently for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the cornmeal is fully cooked and creamy.
Remove the cinnamon stick and discard.
Taste the porridge and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more brown sugar according to your preference.
Serve the porridge hot, sprinkled with ground cinnamon on top. Enjoy your hearty Vegan Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 716 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.9 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1251 mg | 27% | |
*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.
