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Cornmeal Porridge with Nutmeg

The Quirky Foodster Team

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Ingredients

  • 150 g (1 cup) fine yellow cornmeal
  • 500 ml (2 cups) whole milk
  • 250 ml (1 cup) coconut milk
  • 250 ml (1 cup) water
  • 1 (1) cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 tsp (1/2 tsp) whole nutmeg, freshly grated
  • 60 g (1/4 cup) brown sugar
  • 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence
  • A pinch (a pinch) salt
  • 60 ml (1/4 cup) evaporated milk (to finish)

Method

  1. Whisk cornmeal into the water until fully dissolved with no lumps.
  2. In the saucepan, bring milk, coconut milk, cinnamon stick and salt to a gentle simmer.
  3. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal slurry, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  4. Cook on low heat 12–15 minutes, stirring often, until thickened and smooth.
  5. Stir in brown sugar, vanilla and half the grated nutmeg; simmer 2 more minutes.
  6. Remove cinnamon stick, ladle into bowls, top with evaporated milk and remaining nutmeg.

Introduction: A warming, nutmeg-scented porridge served to children and adults alike across Grenada, reflecting the island's identity as the Isle of Spice, where fresh nutmeg is grated straight into the pot.

Cultural Background: A warming, nutmeg-scented porridge served to children and adults alike across Grenada, reflecting the island's identity as the Isle of Spice, where fresh nutmeg is grated straight into the pot.

Tips: Whisk the cornmeal into cold water first — never straight into hot liquid — to avoid clumping. Freshly grated nutmeg makes a noticeable difference in aroma over pre-ground.

Variations: Add raisins for natural sweetness and texture. Use oats mixed with cornmeal for a heartier porridge.

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days.

Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen the texture; avoid microwave scorching by stirring every 20 seconds.

Nutrition: Approx. 310 kcal, 6 g protein, 11 g fat, 47 g carbohydrate per serving.

FAQs:

Q: Can this be made vegan?

A: Yes, replace dairy milk and evaporated milk with additional coconut milk or oat milk.

Q: Why is my porridge lumpy?

A: The cornmeal was likely added directly to hot liquid; always slurry it in cold water first.

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