Jamaican Sweet Potato and Banana Porridge
A comforting and nutritious Jamaican breakfast porridge made with grated sweet potato, ripe bananas, coconut milk, and warming spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. It's a wholesome start to the day.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 medium Sweet Potato(peeled and grated)
- 2 large Ripe Bananas(mashed)
- 2 cups Coconut Milk(full-fat)
- 2 cups Water
- 0.25 cup Condensed Milk or Sweetener(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 0.25 tsp Salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the grated sweet potato, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
💡 Tip: Ensure the sweet potato is evenly distributed. - 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender and the mixture has slightly thickened.
⏱️ 15 minutes - 3
Add the mashed ripe bananas to the pot. Stir well to combine.
💡 Tip: Using very ripe bananas will add natural sweetness and creaminess. - 4
Stir in the condensed milk (or your preferred sweetener), nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 minutes💡 Tip: Adjust sweetness and spices to your liking. - 5
Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon if desired.
💡 Tip: This porridge is best enjoyed fresh.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a smoother porridge, you can blend some of the cooked sweet potato mixture before adding the bananas.
- ✓If you don't have coconut milk, evaporated milk can be used, but the flavor will be different.
- ✓Ensure your bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.
🔄 Variations
- Add a few chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for texture.
- For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of butter or margarine.
- Some people add a pinch of ground cloves for extra warmth.