Masala Oats Recipe

bowl of savory masala oats topped with cilantro leaves

5 from 5 votes

This simple Masala Oats recipe is a savory meal that can made in no time at all! With Indian spices, and fresh vegetables, it's full of fiber and nutrients. Enjoy with a side of roasted vegetables, lentils, or a light salad!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Breakfast, Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Servings:

Calories: 236kcal

Author: Alison Corey

Equipment

Ingredients

2 teaspoon olive oil extra virgin
¼ teaspoon black mustard seeds
¼ teaspoon cumin seeds
¼ teaspoon coriander seeds
½ cup onion diced
½ cup tomatoes diced
1 cup rolled oats
2 cups water
⅛ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
¼ cup frozen peas
fresh cilantro chopped for serving

Instructions

Add olive oil to your pan. Add the mustard, cumin, and coriander seeds. Sauté for 2-3 minutes on medium heat until seeds crackle and pop!
Add in the chopped onions. Sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add in the chopped tomatoes. Stir to combine. Cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
Pour in one cup of rolled oats, and 2 cups of water. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low.
Sprinkle in the turmeric, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Allow the oats to thicken, stirring occasionally. This will take about 3 minutes.
Once oats have thickened, stir in the frozen peas.
Top with chopped fresh cilantro.

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Notes

Tips for Making Masala Oats

Use mustard, cumin, and coriander seeds rather than ground spices.
Wait for the spices to pop and crackle before adding any other ingredients.
Use a small amount of oil to toast the seeds. Alternatively, you can dry roast the seeds if you'd like to skip the oil in this recipe.
Use rolled oats, not quick oats. Rolled oats will keep their shape and texture, while quick oats will become mushy.
Add Omega-3s: Make this recipe even healthier and nutrient-rich by adding a teaspoon of chia seeds on top before serving.
Increase Serving Size: To serve more people simply double the recipe. It will then serve a family of 4.
Make it Spicy: For more spice, finely chop green chilies and add with the onion. It will give this recipe a nice kick!
Additional Spices: If you'd like to add even more flavor, feel free to add a touch of these other Indian spices such as garam masala powder, and fenugreek leaves.
Fresh Herbs: I like to use cilantro because I always have it in my fridge, but you can add mint leaves, parsley, or even basil if you like!
Add More Veggies: If you'd really like to amp up your veggies. Chop additional vegetables and add them when you add the tomatoes. Sauté until softened.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Store: Allow to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight glass container. Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Reheat: When ready to reheat, transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water. Stir, and heat for one minute or longer to achieve the desired temperature.

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