Weekend Recipe: Steel-Cut Oats and Chai Porridge

The cold weather inspires me to nourish myself with warm foods and there’s no better warm, comfort food than porridge. I love the creamy and chewy texture of steel-cut oats, slowly simmered with warming aromatics such as vanilla bean, cinnamon and ginger. You can also add other spices or fruits such as smashed banana or diced apple. When serving this porridge, it’s important to have an extra pot of steaming hot milk on the side, ready to pour over. I think serving with hot milk is probably the most important rule in porridge making as it allows all the flavours to come together in perfect balance. You can serve your porridge with your choice of milk, but I love mine made with almond milk. I normally make a double batch of this recipe so I can just reheat it the next morning for breakfast. This recipe is from my cookbook Purely Delicious. WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT IT This is a protein packed power breakfast that’ll boost your energy and sustain you all morning. According to studies, the beta-glucan fiber found in oats can help regulate your appetite as well as help to lower cholesterol. When cooking steel cut oats, I prefer to soak it first in plenty of water overnight before cooking. This simple process reduces the cooking time and makes it creamier. A light sprinkling of ground flaxseeds contains omega-3s and a drizzle of Manuka honey contains antioxidants. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2/3 cup (120g / 4 1/4 oz) steel cut oats 4 cups (1 liter / 2 pints) water 2 ge...
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