How to Make Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
Jamaican Corn Meal Porridge – If your looking for a hearty and filling breakfast then this Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge is perfect for you. Creamy deliciousness in a bowl that is jam-packed with bold flavors like nutmeg, pimento berries, cinnamon, vanilla, and condensed milk.
Health Benefits of Cornmeal Porridge
Is Jamaican cornmeal porridge good for you?
Cornmeal is high in, fiber which promotes good digestive health. Porridge made from cornmeal is high in energy-rich carbohydrates, metabolism-boosting iron, and cell-enhancing phosphorus.
Why do Jamaicans eat cornmeal porridge?
Cornmeal Porridge is a typical hearty breakfast in Jamaican culture. Jamaicans eat cornmeal porridge because it can keep you full until dinner honestly but if not you’ll eat less at lunch. Especially if you add crackers or hard dough bread in your porridge that will keep you full for a while.
What is the health benefit of cornmeal porridge?
Cornmeal is a good source of vitamin A which helps your kidneys to function, also your lungs and heart. It’s low in fat and calories, In addition, it is also a good plant source of protein, and fiber, not to mention it’s gluten-free. It’s a rich source of complex carbohydrates which means that you feel fuller longer.
Is cornmeal porridge good for the stomach?
Cornmeal helps in improving bowel movements because of the tuns fiber found in cornmeal. Also, our stool becomes softened as water in the intestine gets absorbed due to dietary fiber. As a result, the stool passes smoothly due to water absorption. Thus, fiber-rich foods such as cornmeal prevent constipation.
Is cornmeal good for high blood pressure?
Corn flour may enhance heart health due to the presence of dietary fibers which may have an antioxidant effect. Thus, it may lower blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Is cornmeal porridge good for high cholesterol?
Cornmeal has been found to improve cardiovascular health and lowering cholesterol levels. This will boost heart health, therefore, it’s good for cholesterol.
Can a diabetic person drink cornmeal porridge?
Cornmeal porridge also has health benefits and acts as a type of cleanser. Because porridge is high in fiber, it passes through the digestive system very quickly. It’s also low in carbohydrates so if you or someone you know has diabetes you can consider giving them a bowl.
Ingredients for Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
- Water
- Fine Yellow Cornmeal
- Vanilla Extract
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Nutmeg
- Pimento Berries (or Ground All-Spice )
- Sweetened Condensed Milk (vegan condensed milk)
- Salt
How to make Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
- Bring water and pimento berries to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add cornmeal and whisk until smooth ensuring there are no lumps.
- Cook over low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and all-spice, and sweeten with condensed milk.
- Serve it HOT and add crushed crackers that are optional.
Cornmeal Porridge FAQs
What is another name for cornmeal porridge?
Cornmeal Porridge has many names some call it cornmeal porridge, polenta, grits, cou cou, mamaliga, or l’escaoutoun; these cornmeal porridge or mushes are made in many ways from different cultures. Some are sweet, some savory, and some are both.
Is cornmeal porridge the same as grits?
Cornmeal can be made with any type of corn and comes in many forms colors from white and yellow, to even red and blue colors. They are all used depending on what you’re making. Grits may look similar to coarse corn meal, they tend to be made traditionally from hominy instead of just dried corn.
What is boiled cornmeal called?
Boiled cornmeal is called cornmeal porridge in Jamaica and throughout the Caribbean; it’s called polenta in Italy and is also a traditional dish and bread substitute in Romania.
Why does my cornmeal porridge taste bitter?
You must allow the cornmeal to swell and become fully cooked because uncooked cornmeal has an unpleasant bitter taste. When you allow your cornmeal to boiling, you bring out the sweetness of the corn which enhances the flavor.
Why is my cornmeal porridge grainy?
When making cornmeal porridge sifting the cornmeal is a great way to smooth out your cornmeal; this makes it easier and faster to boil giving you a smooth consistency. Also, boiling the water before adding your cornmeal is super important because If the mixture doesn’t reach the temperature required for gelatinization you’ll end up with a grainy texture.
Does cornmeal porridge cause constipation?
Corn meal contains dietary fiber, a beneficial carbohydrate. The fiber it contains will help to fill your stomach after a meal to keep you feeling full throughout the day and it helps soften your stool which will prevent constipation.
Is cornmeal more healthy than rice?
Corn has more fiber, sugars, and protein, but rice is higher in calories and carbohydrates because of its starch content. Corn has a lower glycemic index while rice is preferred during a low-fat diet.
Does Cornmeal help with weight gain or loss?
Does cornmeal porridge make you thick?
Cornmeal is calorie-dense and it’s said that cornmeal porridge can be used to bulk up if used in the right way. Just increase the cornmeal intake.
Is cornmeal porridge healthy for weight loss?
Cornmeal porridge usually has a large number of calories and if you’re not careful it can hinder your weight loss. But it is not impossible to lose weight while drinking cornmeal porridge. Just reduce the calorie intake.
How to Store Cornmeal Porridge
To store corn meal porridge share it into a container and place it in the fridge to reheat just add some water or milk to the porridge and heat it to the microwave. Freeze it for up to a month.
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Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
Ingredients
- 5 cups Water add more if needed
- 2 cups of fine yellow cornmeal
- 1½ tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 6 pimento berries ¼ tsp ground all-spice
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk to taste
- 1 tbsp salt to taste
Instructions
- * Bring water and pimento berries to a boil over medium-high heat.
- * Add cornmeal and whisk until smooth ensuring there are no lumps.
- * Reduce heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
- * Cook over low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- * When there are about 5 minutes left, stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and all-spice.
- * Remove from heat and sweeten with condensed milk.
- * Serve it HOT then add crushed crackers that are optional.
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