Savory Oatmeal Recipe, Budget, Ingredients

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In the United States, oats have been pigeonholed into predominantly sweet meals.

We usually eat oats sweetened for breakfast or in crumbly desserts, however, savory flavors work just as well with oats as they do with any other grain.

This savory oatmeal is a filling and filling supper that can be made with any ingredients you have on hand. This could become your new favorite low-cost dinner!

WHAT TYPE OF OATS SHOULD I USE FOR THIS RECIPE?

Although you may make savory oats with any type of oat, the recipe below is for old-fashioned rolled oats, which cook rapidly (about 5 minutes).

I like the texture and convenience of old-fashioned rolled oats. Steel-cut oats take a long time to cook and require more liquid. Quick oats cook faster but lack texture.

SAVORY OATMEAL FLAVORING

Oats have a very bland flavor on their own, which I believe contributes to their poor reputation. Here are some helpful hints for producing flavorful savory oatmeal:

• In a delicious broth, cook them. Better Than Bouillon is one of my favorite brands since it has a bright flavor. It also comes in a variety of flavors.
• Use Aromatic compounds. A small amount of fresh garlic or ginger may make a big difference! Also delicious are green onions or shallots.
• Season to taste. You may try Everything Bagel Seasoning, jerk seasoning, steak seasoning, furikake, and onion salt, as well as other bottled seasonings.
• Sauce to taste. Add some chili garlic paste, sriracha, or gochujang to spice things up!

TOPPINGS FOR SAVORY OATMEAL

You can top your oatmeal with a variety of tasty toppings in addition to the components that can be added to it. Here are some topping suggestions for oatmeal:

• Grape tomatoes
• Sliced avocado
• Bacon bits
• Jalapeños
• Cilantro
• Green onion
• Parmesan
• French fried onions
• Sprouts
• Edamame
• Soft-boiled egg or a hard-boiled egg
• Breakfast sausage

CAN I PREPARE IT IN ADVANCE?

The answer is Yes. The ingredients in savory oatmeal will automatically alter as you change the number of servings in the recipe card below. Divide the delicious oatmeal into single-serving amounts and chill after cooking. Simply microwave for roughly 2 minutes on high, stirring halfway through. Simply add a splash of water if the oatmeal is too thick.

TURN IT VEGAN

By substituting your favorite cooking oil for the butter in the savory oatmeal recipe below, you can turn it vegan. Coconut oil would work well here because it has a thick, buttery mouthfeel.

SAVORY OATMEAL

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Slice the mushrooms, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
2. A small saucepot holds the butter, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes over medium heat.
3. Continue to sauté for a few minutes longer, or until the mushrooms have wilted a little.
4. After that, Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in the saucepot over medium-high heat. Stir in the rolled oats once the broth has to a boil. Allow it to come back to a boil before lowering the heat to medium-low. Allow 5 minutes for the oats to thicken.
5. Prepare the spinach while the oats are cooking. Toss the spinach and toasted sesame oil into the thickened oats.
6. Taste and season with salt as needed, then top with your favorite toppings. Serve immediately.

NUTRITION

• Serving: 1 bowl
• Calories: 245 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 35 g
• Protein: 8 g
• Fat: 9 g
• Sodium: 995 mg
• Fiber: 5 g

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO MAKING SAVORY OATMEAL

1. Slice 3-4 mushrooms and mince one garlic clove. In a small saucepot, combine the garlic, ginger, and 1 tablespoon of butter. For approximately a minute over medium heat, sauté the garlic and ginger in the butter.
2. Sauté for a few minutes more, or just until the mushrooms have softened, before adding the sliced mushrooms.
3. Fill the pot with 1 cup of veggie broth. Bring the broth to a boil on medium-high.
4. Add 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats when the broth reaches a boil.
5. After that, Allow the broth to return to a boil, then reduce to medium-low heat and cook the oats for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
6. Similarly, Roughly chop a handful of spinach while the oats are cooking. 12 teaspoon toasted sesame oil and chopped spinach to the oats
7. Taste it and, if necessary, season with salt. Enjoy!

An egg on top is also delicious!