Chai and Turmeric Spiced Porridge
Ingredients
- 45 g about 1 ½ oz wheat-free rolled oats
- 80 g about 3 oz untoasted buckwheat groats
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- A pinch of ground cloves
- Salt to taste
- 475 ml about 15 fl oz boiling water
- 235 ml about 8 fl oz almond or coconut milk, with extra for serving if needed
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 banana peeled and sliced
- To Serve:
- Toasted flaked almonds
- Chopped figs berries, or extra banana
Yields 2 Servings | Preparation Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling)
Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Calories: Approximately 623 per serving
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the rolled oats, untoasted buckwheat groats, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, ground ginger, ground cardamom, ground nutmeg, a pinch of ground cloves, and a dash of salt.
- Pour the boiling water over the dry ingredients, followed by the almond or coconut milk.
- Stir the mixture to combine the ingredients.
- Cover the bowl and allow it to chill for some time, typically in the refrigerator, until the mixture thickens.
- Once the porridge has thickened to your liking, reheat it over low heat, adding the vanilla extract.
- Stir it well and adjust the consistency by adding more almond or coconut milk if needed.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serve the spiced porridge in bowls, topping each portion with sliced banana and a choice of toasted flaked almonds, chopped figs, berries, or additional banana slices.
Enjoy your Chai and Turmeric Spiced Porridge, a warm and comforting breakfast option filled with delightful flavors!