Fig and Anise Porridge

This recipe combines the warmth of anise and cinnamon with the sweetness of figs,

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Fusion

Keyword: Anise, Figs, Oats, Porridge, Simmer

Servings: serving

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This Fig and Anise Porridge has a comforting flavor and aroma that conjures up a sense of comfort and nostalgia. The combination of figs and anise has been used in traditional cultures for centuries, as a way to promote a sattvic lifestyle. The oats give the porridge a creamy consistency, while the figs and anise provide a unique flavor that is both sweet and savory. Enjoy this porridge as a calming and nourishing breakfast, and savor the unique taste of fig and anise with each spoonful.

Equipment

Saucepan

Strainer

spoon

Ingredients

For the Oatmeal:
1 cup steel-cut oats
4 cups water
1/2 cup almond milk or a plant-based milk of your choice
1 tsp anise seeds lightly crushed
2-3 cardamom pods
A pinch of sea salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Fig Compote:
8-10 fresh figs quartered
1/4 cup water
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 star anise
Toppings:
Fresh fig slices
Honey maple syrup, or a flavored syrup such as elderflower syrup
Chopped nuts such as walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts
Optional: A sprinkle of chia seeds or flaxseeds

Instructions

Prepare the Oatmeal:
Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add the steel-cut oats and a pinch of salt.
Add the crushed anise seeds, cardamom pods, and ground cinnamon.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes until the oats are tender and the porridge has a creamy consistency.
In the last few minutes, stir in the almond milk for added creaminess.
Make the Fig Compote:
In a small saucepan, combine quartered figs, water, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and star anise.
Simmer over low heat for 10-15 minutes until the figs are soft and the mixture has a syrupy consistency.
Remove the star anise before serving.
Assemble the Dish:
Spoon the warm oatmeal porridge into serving bowls.
Top each bowl with a generous spoonful of the fig compote.
Add fresh fig slices on top for added freshness and texture.
Drizzle with honey, maple syrup, or flavored syrup.
Finish with a scattering of chopped nuts and, if desired, a sprinkle of chia or flaxseeds.
Serve:
Serve the Fig and Anise Oatmeal Porridge immediately, ensuring it's warm and the flavors are at their peak.
Consider a final garnish of edible flowers or a sprinkle of anise powder for an extra touch of elegance.