Nourishing Indian Overnight Oats Recipe
This Nourishing Indian Overnight Oats recipe offers a delicious and wholesome way to start your day with a blend of rolled oats, warming Indian spices, chia seeds, and a touch of sweetness. Prepared by soaking ingredients overnight, it results in a creamy, flavorful breakfast that’s both nutritious and convenient.
- Author: Elias
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- Rolled Oats: 1/2 cup
- Milk (dairy or plant-based): 1/2 cup
- Plain Yogurt (or dairy-free alternative): 1/4 cup
- Chia Seeds: 1 tablespoon
- Honey or Maple Syrup: 1 teaspoon
- Ground Cardamom: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground Turmeric: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground Ginger: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chopped Almonds or Cashews: 2 tablespoons
- Chopped Dried Mango or Raisins: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: Pinch
- Combine Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, mix together the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, honey, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, ground ginger, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar or bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Let it soak overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and flavors for a creamy texture.
- Serve: In the morning, give the oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency. Top the overnight oats with chopped nuts and dried mango or raisins before serving for added texture and sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute dairy milk and yogurt with any plant-based alternatives to make it vegan.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing honey or maple syrup according to your taste.
- For extra crunch and nutrition, feel free to add additional seeds like flaxseed or pumpkin seeds.
- This recipe can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- If you prefer a spicier flavor, increase the amount of cardamom or ginger slightly.
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