Peanut Porridge

 — Creamy, Nutty, and Comforting

Start your day with a warm, creamy bowl of Peanut Porridge — a hearty, nutty breakfast porridge that’s both comforting and nutritious. Made with raw peanuts, green plantain, and rich coconut milk, this porridge is naturally sweet and infused with warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, Peanut Porridge is filling and flavorful, offering a unique twist on traditional porridge. A touch of rosewater or almond extract adds a delicate aroma, while the peanuts create a smooth, creamy texture that’s irresistible.

Recipe Details

Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw peanuts

• 1 green plantain, chopped

• 4 cups coconut milk

• 1 cup condensed milk

• 2 cups evaporated milk

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 cinnamon sticks or leaves

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ teaspoon rosewater or almond extract (optional)

• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour or Minute Oatmeal

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the peanuts, green plantain, 2 cups of coconut milk, 1 cup evaporated milk, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, rosewater or almond extract, and flour. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.

2. In a medium pot over low-medium heat, add the remaining 2 cups of coconut milk and a cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil.

3. Gradually whisk in the blended mixture, then cover and let it simmer on low-medium heat for 10–15 minutes.

4. Remove the cinnamon stick.

5. Stir in 1 cup evaporated milk and condensed milk (or your preferred sweetener).

6. Taste and add additional spices if needed.

7. Simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat and serve warm.

💡 Chef’s Note:

This method creates a smooth porridge. Remember to remove the cinnamon stick before refrigerating. You can freeze any porridge, but for a smooth consistency after thawing, blend it before reheating.

From my kitchen to yours, enjoy!
— Raina 🌿🍛🔥