PINK OATMEAL (PORRIDGE) WITH ORANGE ZEST
Pink Porridge with Orange Zest
Hello 2021 and Happy New Year friends! I took a few days off to enjoy the somewhat more muted festivites this year with family, and its been great to recharge the batteries. But I’m ready to go again and I have lots of tasty recipes already lined up for this year.
I often get asked how I make my porridge and the answer is: there is no straightforward answer. I start off with Jumbo Oats, which I prefer as they have a little more bite. As a guideline, I always use regular oats instead of quick oats as the latter are more processed. Milk or water? Depends on how much time I have. Water will take a little longer as the oats so I would soak at a very low temperature for a little while, giving the porridge a deliciously creamy texture. Milk gives the same result but quicker. After that, I will open the fridge and have a look what needs to be used up. And when there is not a lot left in terms of fruit, frozen berries come to the rescue.
The only thing you need to remember for this Pink Porridge is to take out frozen berries beforehand. I usually do this in the evening by emptying the bag into a large jar or a colander with a bowl underneath. That way I can easily recover the juice which will give this porridge the bright pink colour.
You can keep extra portions in the fridge. Reheat the next day by adding a little bit of water and stirring it over medium heat until it is warmed through. Or enjoy it cold. You do you.
Pink Oatmeal with Orange Zest
Ingredients
- 1 bag of frozen berries
- 1 cup jumbo oats
- 1 cup plant milk of choice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Optional:
- 1 tbsp milled flaxseed
- 1 tbsp coconut yoghurt
Instructions
- Defrost the berries. Separate the defrosted juice and add to a small pot with the oats, milk, maple syrup and orange zest.
- Optional: Add a tablespoon of milled flaxseed for extra fibre.
- Turn the heat to medium and let it warm through for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you think it will get too dry or thick, add a splash of water, stir well. Remove from the heat.
- Add to a bowl and top with a dollop of coconut yoghurt and some of the defrosted berries.
- Enjoy straight away. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days.