5-Ingredient Savory Oatmeal (Chinese-Style)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
233 kcal
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Course
Breakfast
5-Ingredient Savory Oatmeal (Chinese-Style)
Description
This recipe begins by simmering rolled oats in chicken stock until soft, creating a savory base with more flavor than water alone. Poached eggs provide a rich protein topping, but pan-fried or soft-boiled eggs can also be used depending on preference. The dish is seasoned with soy sauce and fresh green onion slices, imparting salty and fresh notes. Optional chili oil adds heat and sesame oil offers a mild nutty flavor, while fried shallots contribute a crunchy, slightly sweet dimension.
The texture balances creamy oats with the tender egg and crisp shallots. The use of chicken stock as cooking liquid contrasts the more common sweet oats preparation, making this a filling, savory start to the day. It suits those who enjoy Asian-inspired flavors and variations on traditional oatmeal.
This oatmeal can be served immediately, assembled quickly for busy mornings. The toppings allow for customizing intensity and texture. It pairs well as a standalone meal or alongside other simple dishes.
Nutrition information is provided for one serving without optional toppings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 4 egg
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons green onion sliced
- Chili oil or sesame oil to taste(Optional, homemade
- shallot or fried onions(Optional, fried
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats and chicken stock in a small pot. Simmer for 10 minutes over low heat or until it reaches your preferred texture. Transfer to serving bowls.
- Poach the eggs in a large pot of water. Alternatively, you can pan fry them or use soft-boiled eggs.
- Top the eggs on the oatmeal. Drizzle with soy sauce and sprinkle with green onion. For an extra boost of taste and texture, add chili oil (or sesame oil for a non-spicy dish), and sprinkle with fried shallots (or fried onion).
Notes
- Nutrition facts are estimated per serving without chili oil and fried shallot toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 29.6g | 10% |
| Protein | 12.2g | 24% |
| Fat | 7.6g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 164mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1279mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 247mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4.3g | 17% |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 3% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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