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Savory Oatmeal with Egg

Name: Savory Oatmeal with Egg
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 0.5 cup rolled oats old-fashioned; 1 cup water; 1 pcs egg; 1 tsp soy sauce; 0.5 tsp sesame oil; 1 pcs green onion sliced; 1 pinch black pepper freshly ground (optional); 0.5 tsp sriracha (optional)

This recipe transforms traditional breakfast oats into a hearty, savory meal. Topped with a perfectly cooked egg, it's a comforting and nutritious start to your day. Customize with your favorite vegetables and seasonings for endless variations.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 15 min
Serves: 1
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 261 kcal

Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, sesame, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

0.5 cuprolled oats, old-fashioned
1 cupwater
1 pcsegg
1 tspsoy sauce
0.5 tspsesame oil
1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground(optional)
0.5 tspsriracha(optional)

garnish

1 pcsgreen onion, sliced

Equipment

frying pan · bowl · small saucepan

The method

Step by step

1
Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan.
About 3 min
2
Add the rolled oats to the boiling water, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water is absorbed and the oats are creamy.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: Adjust cooking time based on desired consistency.
3
While the oats are cooking, fry or poach the egg to your desired doneness.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: A runny yolk adds a delicious richness to the oatmeal.
4
Remove cooked oats from heat and stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil.
5
Pour the savory oatmeal into a bowl.
6
Top the oatmeal with the cooked egg.
7
Garnish with sliced green onion, freshly ground black pepper, and sriracha if desired.
Cook’s note: Feel free to add other toppings like chili flakes or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.

Per serving

Nutrition

66%Score

Calories: 260.6kcal
Protein: 12.4g
Carbs: 27.4g
Fat: 10.9g
Fibre: 4.6g
Sugar: 1.7g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Leftover oatmeal can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a saucepan or microwave, adding a splash of water or broth to loosen if needed. The egg is best cooked fresh.