Creamy Ginger and Apple Porridge
Apples, with their rich fiber content, are enhanced by digestion-promoting ginger. This porridge serves as a testament to the Sattvic way of combining ingredients that benefit the digestive system.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Apple, creamy, Ginger, Oatmeal, Oats
Servings: 4 serving
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This porridge is a celebration of autumn, with its rich, creamy texture and the comforting flavors of ginger and apple. The addition of apple cider deepens the autumnal taste, while the fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth. The heavy cream or coconut cream gives it an extra luxurious and creamy consistency, making it a perfect dish for a sophisticated and cozy fall breakfast experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic steel-cut oats
- 2 cups organic whole milk or rich almond milk for a vegan alternative
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 medium organic apples peeled and grated
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a vegan alternative
- 2 tablespoons raw honey or pure maple syrup plus extra for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- A pinch of Himalayan pink salt
- Toasted walnuts or pecans chopped (for garnish)
- Thin apple slices for garnish
- Edible flowers optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Oats, Apple, Ginger, Nutmeg, Maple
Infuse the Milk:
- In a saucepan, combine the milk and apple cider. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add Oats and Spices:
- Stir in the steel-cut oats, grated ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low.
Cook the Porridge:
- Simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 25-30 minutes, or until the oats are tender and the porridge has a creamy texture.
Incorporate Apples:
- Add the grated apples to the porridge in the last 5 minutes of cooking to retain some texture.
Finish with Cream:
- Once the oats are cooked, stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream and honey or maple syrup. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serve:
- Ladle the creamy porridge into elegant bowls. Garnish with toasted walnuts or pecans, thin apple slices, a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and if desired, edible flowers for a touch of elegance.
Enjoy
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06/10/2024 10:45 am GMT