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Avena Dominicana [Recipe + Video] Dominican Oatmeal Breakfast

A mixture of lovely spices, and a touch of sweetness make desayuno de avena dominicana (Dominican oatmeal) the perfect oatmeal breakfast.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 745 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Dominican

Ingredients

  • 2 cups instant oats (not instant)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • ¼ teaspoon clove powder
  • 2 cup milk (whole or skim) (use a substitute if you wish)
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter optional
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (freshly-grated)
  • 1 banana sliced

Instructions

1. Combine
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  1. In a medium pot or saucepan, combine oatmeal, salt, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, 2 cups of water, and milk.
2. Cooking oats
  1. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Stir constantly, reducing the liquids until you obtain a soft porridge. Taste, and add more sugar to taste if you find it necessary. Stir in the butter to combine with the oatmeal mix.
3. Serving
  1. Remove from the heat. Serve the oatmeal in individual bowls, and sprinkle with nutmeg.Garnish with banana slices and serve.

Notes

  • Use soy or almond milk for a lactose-intolerant-friendly and vegan version.

Nutrition Information

Calories 745kcal (37%) Carbohydrates 105g (35%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 160mg (7%) Potassium 648mg (19%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 31g (62%) Vitamin A 610IU (12%) Vitamin C 2.1mg (2%) Calcium 504mg (50%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 745

% Daily Value*

Calories 745kcal 37%
Carbohydrates 105g 35%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 160mg 7%
Potassium 648mg 14%
Fiber 14g 56%
Sugar 31g 62%
Vitamin A 610IU 12%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 2%
Calcium 504mg 50%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.