By Ann Thorb
Cornmeal Porridge
A simple Jamaican-style cornmeal porridge cooked with water and milk, spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, sweetened to taste with condensed milk or sugar, and served hot.
Updated at: Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:50:25 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
67
Moderate
Glycemic Load
23
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories170.9 kcal (9%)
Total Fat1.7 g (2%)
Carbs34.4 g (13%)
Sugars13.6 g (15%)
Protein3.8 g (8%)
Sodium225.1 mg (11%)
Fiber0.6 g (2%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Mix cornmeal in 1 cup water.
Step 2
Bring remainder of water and milk to boil and stir in cornmeal and salt.
Step 3
Cook for about 10–12 mins.
Step 4
Add nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla.
Step 5
Sweeten with condensed milk to taste.
Step 6
Serve hot. Ideal for children.
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