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    Harina de Maiz (Dominican Cornmeal Porridge)

    Harina de Maiz (Cornmeal Porridge)
    Harina de maiz (cornmeal porridge).
    Harina de Maiz (Cornmeal Porridge)
    Cornmeal porridge.
    Harina de maiz (Cornmeal porridge) recipe.

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    Harina de maíz is a creamy Dominican cornmeal-based porridge-like dish that can be served as a dessert, or as breakfast or dinner. It's a favorite of children and grownups alike and – better yet – quick and inexpensive.

    Harina de maiz (cornmeal porridge).
    Harina de maíz.

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    1. Why we ❤️ it
    2. What's harina de maíz?
    3. How to serve
    4. About this recipe
    5. Video
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    Why we ❤️ it

    Travel from Punta Cana to Montecristi, and in every part of our tierrita this is well-known and well-received. Harina de maiz (Dominican cornmeal pudding) was one of my favorite childhood breakfasts, and in turn, I try to make it for my daughter once in a while, although it may be just an excuse for me to have it.

    An inexpensive dish, with ingredients that are easy to find, you are going to love it. Making it is such a convenience, and it doesn't take a long time to have it on the table.

    Harina de maiz (cornmeal porridge).
    Cornmeal porridge.

    Harina de maíz (Dominican cornmeal porridge).

    What's harina de maíz?

    Harina de maíz is the Dominican name for cornmeal, but also for a cornmeal-based porridge that contains whole milk, white sugar, and spices. Some people also love a touch of vanilla in it.

    The reason why it became so widespread is that it's sweet, simple, inexpensive, easy, and fast to make. Everybody gets something out of it.

    Harina de maiz (Dominican cornmeal porridge)
    Harina de maiz (Dominican cornmeal porridge)

    How to serve

    This is the kind of dish that should really be a dessert but is served as a breakfast or dinner dish (same as arroz con leche, chacá, trigo con dulce, harina del negrito, and others).

    About this recipe

    Nearly every Dominican has had harina de maíz at home, and every mom has a special touch that makes theirs unique. The addition of coconut (optional) makes it even better, and more suitable as dessert. 

    This recipe yields 4 servings of about 1½ cup each.

    Buen provecho!

    Tia Clara

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    Harina de Maiz (Cornmeal Porridge)
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    [Recipe + Video] Harina de Maíz (Dominican Cornmeal Pudding)

    By: Clara Gonzalez
    Learn how to make harina de maíz, a creamy, delectable Dominican cornmeal porridge served as dessert, or as breakfast, and a favorite of children and grownups alike.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 8 mins
    Total Time 18 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Dinner
    Cuisine Dominican
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 516 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup cornmeal, (harina de maíz)
    • 6 cup milk (whole or skim)
    • 2 cup coconut milk, (optional - see notes)
    • 1 cup brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 4 cinnamon sticks
    • ½ tablespoon cloves, or ¼ teaspoon of clove powder
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (freshly-grated)

    Instructions
     

    • Combine: Mix all the ingredients (minus the nutmeg) in a pot, let it rest for 10 minutes.
    • Cooking harina de maiz
      Cook: Heat the mixture over medium heat until it breaks the boil while you stir constantly to prevent it from sticking or clumping.
      Once it starts boiling reduce heat to low. Cook and stir for another 4 minutes.
    • Serve: Remove from the heat and pour into serving dishes. Sprinkle with nutmeg
      Serve hot or at room temperature.

    Tips and Notes

    The coconut milk is my own touch. If you are not using coconut milk, use equivalent quantity of milk.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 516kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 12gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 594mgFiber: 4gSugar: 46gVitamin A: 395IUVitamin C: 0.7mgCalcium: 313mgIron: 3.5mg

    Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutrition information.

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    Published Jun 7, 2010, revised Oct 6, 2022

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    Edited: Oct 6, 2022 | Publish: Jun 7, 2010

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