Author Notes
Indians prefer savory breakfasts. Even Quaker Instant Oats had to come to terms with this truth when they started selling their products in India. Personally, I don't mind a sweet bowl of porridge, but eventually it starts to jade the palate. So I came up with this satisfying and quick porridge that will keeps me full for a good part of the day. No mid-morning crashes! In Germany, I get a multi-grain muesli without fruits which serves as a great ingredient for making savory porridge. But steel-cut oats are also good. —The Minimalist Indian
Ingredients
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1 cup
steel-cut oats or whole grain muesli without fruits
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1 cup
finely chopped mixed vegetables like carrots, bell-peppers, french beans, scallions
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1 handful
fresh herbs like coriander and parsley
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1 handful
raw peanuts or other nuts
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2 cups
water
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1 teaspoon
ghee
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1/2 teaspoon
cumin seeds or mustard seeds
Directions
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Heat the ghee in a saucepan. Add the seeds and peanuts and fry till the peanuts are nicely brown and the seeds are aromatic.
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Add the vegetables and saute for a couple of minutes.
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Add the water and the grains. Add salt to taste. Stir well and bring to a boil.
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Turn off the heat and stir in the herbs. Serve immediately.
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