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Atole chamorro (corn porridge with coconut milk)

A smooth porridge of cornmeal cooked in coconut milk and sweetened, enjoyed lukewarm. It is a comforting breakfast and a traditional snack in Chamorro households.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Dissolve the cornmeal in a bowl with 200 ml of cold water to avoid lumps.
  2. Bring the remaining water with the salt and sugar to the boil in a saucepan.
  3. Pour in the dissolved cornmeal while whisking, then lower the heat.
  4. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often, until the porridge thickens.
  5. Add the coconut milk and continue cooking for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring.
  6. Flavour with cinnamon and serve lukewarm in bowls.

Variations and tips

Thicker version. Reduce the water to 700 ml for a more substantial porridge, eaten with a spoon.

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