Johnnycake

Johnnycake (also called journey cake, johnny bread, or hoecake) is a cornmeal flatbread that was an early American staple food and is prepared on the Atlantic coast from Newfoundland to Jamaica. The food originates from the indigenous people of North America. It is still eaten in the West Indies, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Colombia, and Bermuda as well as in the United States.

History

The Native Americans were the first to make Johnnycake. The settlers who arrived in the New England area learned the recipe from them. The name "johnnycake" is likely derived from "journey cake" as it was a portable food that was useful for long trips.

Preparation

Johnnycake is made out of cornmeal, salt, and hot water or milk. The mixture is then fried on a griddle. The batter can be sweetened or unsweetened. The texture of the final product can be varied from bread-like to pancake-like.

Variations

There are many variations of johnnycake throughout the regions where it is eaten. In the United States, it is sometimes made with yeast to make it lighter. In the Caribbean, it is often made with coconut milk and served with fried fish.

See also

• Cornbread
• List of breads
• List of maize dishes

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