Easy Fermented Steel Cut Oatmeal Delight
Prep Time
7 hours for fermentation
Prep Notes
Fermentation Instructions:
1/2 cup steel cut oats (rolled oats can be used but not quick-cooking oats)
1/2 cup spring water (or non-chlorinated water)
1-2 tablespoons natural yogurt or kefir
Place the oats, 1/2 cup water, and yogurt or kefir in a bowl. Mix and cover with a cloth or plastic wrap placed loosely on top.
Let sit in a warm place for at least 7 hours.
Cooking Time
10 minutes
Yields
1 serving
Ingredients
Part 1 - Fermentation
1/2 cup steel cut oats (rolled oats can be used but not quick-cooking oats)
1/2 cup spring water (or non-chlorinated water)
1-2 tablespoons natural yogurt or kefir
Part 2 - Preparing the Oatmeal
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch sea salt
3/4 cup spring water (or non-chlorinated water)*
1/2 cup whole organic milk (can be mixed with 1 tablespoon yogurt or kefir as an option)
1 tablespoon pistachio nuts
1 banana
1/4 cup blueberries
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Directions
Ferment the grains following the instructions outlined in the prep notes above.
To prepare the oatmeal:
Transfer the fermented oats to a saucepan and add the 3/4 cup water*, the cinnamon, and sea salt. Bring to a boil then lower to simmer. Cook for 5-10 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
Transfer to a bowl and top with milk, pistachios, maple syrup, bananas, and blueberries. Serve immediately.
Notes
*It is VERY important to use non-chlorinated water when fermenting. Regular tap water usually contains chlorine or chloramines and fluoride that must be removed for culturing, to keep cultures healthy and produce the best finished product.
*If using rolled oats, only a 1/2 cup water is needed.
Substitute almond milk or coconut milk if you are sensitive to dairy.