What I Eat for Breakfast Most Days » Steel Cut Oats Recipes – Kajalvora

December 18, 2020

Growing up I lacked complete awareness for healthy eating. I hadn’t even heard the term Oats even though Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth. They’re a whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Studies show that oats have numerous health benefits. Today I want to share my favorite ways to enjoy SteelCut oats – One is Savory style and the rest are Sweet!

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Steel Cut Oats Brands I like to use: Bob’s Red Mill OR McCann’s Irish Oatmeal

To cook Steel Cut Oats, I like to use the ratio of 1:3, 1 cups of oats to 3 cups of water and I typically cook 2 cups of Oats.

In an Instant Pot

Add 2 cup of oats and 6 cups of water.
Select “Manual” Setting and set the cook time for 3 minutes. Once the cooking time has finished, leave steam release handle in place and allow the pressure to release naturally.
Stir oats well before serving.

For traditional style of cooking the steel cut oats

Bring 6 cups water to a boil then add 2 cup of Steel Cut Oats.
Reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook 15 – 20 minutes depending on how chewy you like. Stir occasionally. Once it’s done, stir it up.
Then turn off the heat and cover.

Oats Upma (Indian Style Steel-Cut Oats Porridge)

1 tbsp mustard seeds
6-8 curry leaves or 2 bay leaves
6-8 whole black pepper (optional)
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 Inch grated ginger or ginger paste
1 sereno pepper sliced (optional)
2-3 tbsp peanuts (optional)
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 cup frozen peas or edamame
1/4 cup of finely chopped spinach
1/4 cup of shredded carrots
2 cups cooked steel cut oats
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Warm up the pan, and have the heat at medium, you have the option to start with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or skip the oil.
Add 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, optionally you can add 6 to 8 whole black pepper, add 6 to 8 curry leaves or bay leaves to the pan and mix to dry roast.
Once the mustard seeds starts popping, Add onions, onions have their own natural oils..Saute the onions, add ginger paste, and when you notice its sticking add 1 tablespoon of hot water or veggie broth.
Optionally your can add Add Sliced serrano or jalapeño peppers for that spice kick, 2 to 3 tablespoons of peanuts, 1/2 tsp turmeric and Saute for a minute. Add 1 tablespoon of hot water or veggie broth to avoid sticking. You can add more if needed.
Add 1/4 cup of spinach.
Add 1/2 cup of frozen edamame or peas, 1/4 cup of shredded carrots, Mix it up and Sauce for a minute. Add some more hot water or broth and saute some more.
Add 1/2 tsp turmeric. Let it cook for a minute
Add 3 cups of cooked steel cut oats, mix it all up and cook for 2 more minutes for the flavors to blend in.
I like to garnish with cilantro and top it off with some peanuts and lemon juice.

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