Masala Oats: Indian Savoury Oats with Vegetables and Sprouts

Masala Oats was something that I fell in love with during the lockdown and has become a staple breakfast in my home ever since.

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Well, I have a like (note I don’t say love) and hate relationship with oats. There are days when I like them and then there are days when I just can’t stand them. I always marveled at my friend and colleague Deepali, who seemed to relish them everyday. She used to have readymade Masala Oats at around tea-time every day as a way to tide her over till dinner. And my tastes quite align with Deepali’s but somehow oats did not appeal to me.

However, when I was stocking up supplies at the start of the lockdown, one of the things I kept on hand was single-serve sachets of flavoured oats, and that’s how I discovered this dish. As is wont with me, I try to avoid processed foods and so wanted to make my own version of this, and that’s how I started making Masala Oats at home.

What I like about this recipe for Masala Oats is that you can add a variety of flavours to it. I have tried it with Pav Bhaji Masala, Sambar Powder, and Garam Masala; apart from keeping it simple with just some chili powder for taste.

Some Interesting Breakfast Recipes

If you want some “different” breakfast recipes, do try:

• Idli Upkari: A Snack with Leftover Idlis
• Lemon Idli Upma
• Podi Idli Upma | Spicy Crumbled Idli
• Kanchipuram Idli
• Tarri Poha from Nagpur: Recipe by Mohna

Other Recipes with Oats

If you want recipes with oats, do try:

• Flourless Oats Banana Peanut Butter Energy Bars
• Oats Daddojanam | Mosaru Oats | South-Indian Style Oats in Yogurt
• Oats Dosa: Crisp and Delicious Indian-Style Oats Crepe

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How to Make Masala Oats at Home

Tips:

• You can use spring onion to add a nice flavour to it. If you do this, use the spring onion portion instead of the regular onion; and add finely chopped spring onion greens at the very end and mix well.
• I have added sprouts to the Masala Oats. This a personal choice and you can safely omit this step. 
• I serve Masala Oats immediately. However, you can make a large batch and refrigerate it. In such a case or if you are serving the oat a little while after cooking them, you will find that the oats has thickened considerably. In such a case, add a some boiling hot water and mix well. 

1. In a heavy-bottomed vessel, heat 1 tsp of olive oil.
2. Add 1/2 cup chopped onions and stir-fry till they are translucent.
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3. Now, add 1/2 cup finely chopped tomato and 1/2 cup chopped carrot.
4. Stir-fry till the tomato has softened and has become a bit mushy.
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5. Add 1/4 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp chilli powder (or Pav Bhaji Masala or Garam Masala or Sambar Powder) and some salt. Mix well.
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6. Now add 1/4 cup peas and 2 cups water.

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7. Bring the water to a boil and let it boil for 3 to 4 minutes. This is to allow the carrots to soften a bit.
8. Add 1 cup rolled oats and mix well.
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9. Cook for 3 or 4 minutes till the oats soften a bit.
10. Take off the heat.
11.  {Optional} Add 1/4 cup moong sprouts (or 1/4 cup chopped spring greens) and mix well.
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12. Serve Masala Oats hot with some piping hot Filter Coffee or then Pudina Adrak Chai.

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Recipe for Masala Oats

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Masala Oats | Savoury Oats with Vegetables

Aruna

Masala Oats is a filling breakfast that is loaded with vegetables. I like this dish because I prefer savoury breakfasts, and I often eat this dish as brunch or an early dinner too. The best part is that small tweaks will get you a variety of flavours, so you don't get bored.

It is also a vegan, gluten-free breakfast that is low on calories too. So if you are on a weight management regime, it is a nutritious, delicious and filling option.

3.67 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch

Cuisine Indian, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings 4 People

Calories 116 kcal

Equipment

• Heavy Bottomed Vessel

Ingredients

  

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Vegetables

• 1/2 Cup Chopped Onions
• 1/2 Cup Chopped Tomatoes
• 1/2 Cup Chopped Carrots
• 1/4 Cup Peas
• 1/4 Cup Moong Sprouts (Optional; See Notes)

Other Ingredients

• 1 Cup Rolled Oats
• 2 Cups Water
• 1/2 tsp Chilli Powder
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• 1 tsp Olive Oil
• Salt to Taste

Instructions

 

• In a heavy-bottomed vessel, heat 1 tsp of olive oil.
• Add 1/2 cup chopped onions and stir-fry till they are translucent.
• Now, add 1/2 cup finely chopped tomato and 1/2 cup chopped carrot.
• Stir-fry till the tomato has softened.
• Add 1/4 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp chilli powder (or Pav Bhaji Masala or Garam Masala or Sambar Powder) and some salt.
• Mix well.
• Now add 1/4 cup peas and 2 cups water.
• Bring the water to a boil and let it boil for 3 to 5 minutes.
• Add 1 cup rolled oats and mix well.
• Cook for 3 or 4 minutes till the oats soften a bit.
• Take off the heat.
• {Optional} Add 1/4 cup moong sprouts (or 1/4 cup chopped spring greens) and mix well.
• Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 116 kcalCarbohydrates: 20 gProtein: 4 gFat: 3 gSaturated Fat: 0.4 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1 gMonounsaturated Fat: 1 gSodium: 358 mgPotassium: 250 mgFiber: 4 gSugar: 3 gVitamin A: 2853 IUVitamin C: 10 mgCalcium: 38 mgIron: 2 mg

Keyword Masala Oats, Oats Upma, Savoury Oats

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