Savory Spinach Oats with Miso and Sriracha Recipe
A comforting and nutritious savory oats recipe featuring tender spinach and a flavorful blend of soy sauce and miso. This quick and easy porridge is perfect for a wholesome breakfast or light meal, garnished with optional sriracha and a soft-boiled egg for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small shallot, minced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 generous cup baby spinach leaves
Grains and Liquids
- 1/2 cup (40 grams) old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups (350 ml) vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) reduced-sodium soy sauce
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (14 grams) butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) white miso paste
- Sriracha, for serving
- 1 7-minute boiled egg, for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the minced shallot, old-fashioned oats, vegetable or chicken broth, reduced-sodium soy sauce, and baby spinach leaves into a small pot. This combination creates the flavorful base for your savory oats.
- Bring to Boil: Set the pot over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. This step activates the cooking process and begins softening the oats and spinach.
- Simmer the Oats: Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats have absorbed the liquid and softened into a creamy porridge texture.
- Enhance Flavor Off Heat: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the butter and white miso paste, if using. These add richness and umami depth to the savory oats.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the porridge to a serving bowl. Top with a drizzle of sriracha for spicy heat and a 7-minute boiled egg for added protein and creaminess, according to your preference.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth to keep the dish vegetarian or chicken broth for a richer flavor.
- The butter and miso paste are optional but greatly enhance the umami taste.
- Adjust the cooking time slightly depending on your desired oat consistency.
- Sriracha adds a spicy kick; omit if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Soft-boiled eggs provide extra protein but can be omitted for a vegan version.
Keywords: savory oats, spinach oats, healthy breakfast, porridge, quick oats recipe, vegetable broth oats, miso oats
