Jamaican Peanut Porridge, a creamy and flavorful breakfast dish enjoyed in Jamaica:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup raw peanuts
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Optional toppings: crushed peanuts, grated nutmeg, or cinnamon powder
Instructions:
- In a blender or food processor, grind the raw peanuts until they form a coarse powder. Set aside.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cornmeal and water. Stir well to remove any lumps.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the cornmeal mixture to a gentle boil. Stir continuously to prevent sticking and burning.
- Once the cornmeal mixture begins to thicken, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the ground peanuts to the saucepan and stir well to incorporate them into the porridge mixture.
- Gradually add the coconut milk, condensed milk, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the saucepan. Stir continuously to ensure the ingredients are well combined.
- Continue to simmer the porridge on low heat for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The porridge should thicken and become creamy in consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until the butter is completely melted.
- Allow the porridge to cool slightly before serving. The porridge will thicken further as it cools.
- Serve the Jamaican Peanut Porridge warm in bowls. Optional: Top each serving with crushed peanuts, grated nutmeg, or a sprinkle of cinnamon powder for added flavor and presentation.
If you are too busy to make your Peanut Porridge from scratch, try Creation Foods Peanut Porridge Mix.
Jamaican Peanut Porridge is a comforting and nutritious breakfast option. It can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a slice of bread or a fried plantain.