This is the BEST Healthy Masala Oatmeal you could ever try. Very comforting, healthy and delicious. Ready in 10 minutes. You will feel satisfied and energized after this oatmeal bowl.
Packed with nutrients, high in fiber and super filling for a great breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Oats are so versatile that you can make them in SO many ways: stove-top, overnight, microwaved, baked and you can feel the difference in the consistency and texture, which I love!!
I have periods where I’m obsessed with a specific type of cooking and consistency. This time is stove-top. The consistency is creamier. It’s sooo comforting and exquisite.
Why I love oatmeal so much…
I started eating oatmeal since my junior year of University and still haven’t stopped. It’s seriously so addicting. There are many ways to make it, from overnight oats, baked oats, stove-top oats… Here’s why:
- Love the feeling of satisfaction after a good oatmeal bowl
- Not hungry for hours
- High in fiber (and you know… fiber makes you go to the 🚽 aka poop)
- Healthy and packed with nutrients
What you’ll need to make the BEST Healthy Masala Oatmeal
Indian food is all about species and they are also packed with nutrients!
The list:
- Coconut oil – I used unrefined coconut oil. But feel free to use any kind of oil.
- Oats – I used rolled oats, I simply love the chewier consistency and extra fiber rolled oats give. But, feel free to use any kind like quick oats!
- Garlic
- Onion
- Frozen green peas
- Carrots
- Turmeric powder
- Cumin powder
- Chili powder
- Garam masala
- Salt
- Water
How to make the BEST Healthy Masala Oatmeal
You’ll be amazed at how easy and quick a satisfying meal can be made. Ready in less than 10 minutes!
The Instructions
- Heat oil in a nonstick saucepan on low heat and add chopped garlic and onion until they start to slightly look translucent.
- Add frozen green peas, carrots, turmeric powder, cumin powder, chili powder, garam masala, salt and saute well.
- Cover and cook until carrots are tender for 2 minutes.
- Consequently add water, oats and stir. Let it cook covered until it thickens. Stir at intervals to avoid sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Once it reaches the porridge consistency open the lid and stir again. Let it cook uncovered for only 1 minute.
- Turn off the flame and serve immediately.
How to garnish this oatmeal bowl
I would say that this oatmeal bowl is good by itself. But, if you’re feeling a little bit ✨EXTRA✨ then you can add:
- cilantro leaves
- chopped tomatoes
- more peas and carrots
FAQ
I don’t like spicy food. Can I omit the chili powder?
Could this breakfast be gluten-free?
Honestly, I’m mostly into sweet oatmeal bowl rather than savory ones. But, this Masala Oatmeal definitely exceeded my expectations!
Ingredients substitutes and notes
- If gluten-free, make sure to use a certified gluten-free brand.
BEST Healthy Masala Oatmeal
Equipment
- Stove top
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoon chopped onion
- 1/3 cup frozen green peas
- 1/3 cup carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt or as per taste
- 2 cup water 472 ml
- 1 cup rolled oats 100 g
Instructions
- Heat oil in a nonstick sauce pan on low heat and add chopped garlic and onion until they start to slightly look traslucent.
- Add frozen green peas, carrots, turmeric powder, cumin powder, chili powder, garam masala, salt and saute well.
- Cover and cook until carrots are tender for 2 minutes.
- Consequently add water, oats and stir. Let it cook covered until it thickens. Stir at intervals to avoid sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Once it reaches the porridge consistency open the lid and stir again. Let it cook uncovered for only 1 minute.
- Turn off the flame and serve immediately.
Notes
- If gluten-free, make sure to use certified gluten-free oats.
Love this Masala oatmeal and its healthy ingredients. Thanks.
Hi! Thank you so much. So glad you like this Indian oatmeal version!