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Jamaican Hominy Corn Porridge Recipe
Sophia smith

Jamaican Hominy Corn Porridge Recipe

A rich, creamy, and flavorful Jamaican Hominy Corn Porridge made with coconut milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetened condensed milk. This traditional Caribbean breakfast is hearty, comforting, and perfect for anyone craving authentic Jamaican flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 Bowls
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1  Bag Yellow Hominy Corn (16 oz.)
  • 2 Quarts Tap Water
  • 1 Can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 Can an Coconut Milk
  • ½ Cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tsp Salt
Spices & Flavorings
  • 3 Cinnamon Sticks
  • Spices & Flavorings
  • 1 tsp tbsp Nutmeg (grated
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tsp Almond Extract
Thickener
  • 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Cup Water (to mix with flour)

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

Cooking this porridge doesn't require anything fancy, but having the right tools makes the process smoother.
  1. Large Pot: Essential for boiling the hominy corn and cooking the porridge.
  2. Wooden Spoon or Whisk: To stir the porridge and prevent lumps when adding the thickener.
  3. Measuring Cups & Spoons: For precise measurements of spices, milk, and sweeteners.
  4. Mixing Bowl: To combine flour with water to create a thickener.
  5. Fine Grater: Perfect for freshly grating nutmeg for the most authentic flavour.
These tools ensure your porridge turns out creamy, flavorful, and lump-free every time.