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Steel Cut Oat Porridge - breakfast, vegan recipe

Steel Cut Oat Porridge

1 hr
2 portions

More chew than regular porridge, almost like a creamy risotto texture. Worth the extra time on the stove.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Put the oats and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then let it simmer gently for 25–30 minutes, stirring every now and then. Add more water if it starts looking too thick.

  2. 2

    Once it's done, adjust the consistency with a splash of water, or stir in the milk and bring it back to a quick boil. Season with salt to taste.

Per average serving

409
Calories
kcal
12.4
Protein
g
70.1
Carbs
g
8.2
Fat
g
10.1g
Fiber
3.4g
Sugar
995mg
Sodium

Tips from the kitchen

  • Steel cut oats hold their shape, so don't expect them to break down like rolled oats. The chew is the point. Give them the full 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Keep the simmer gentle. A hard boil makes it stick to the bottom of the pan, and then you're scraping burnt oats off later.
  • Stir every few minutes, especially toward the end when it thickens up. That's when it grabs the pan fastest.
  • If it's looking too thick before the oats are soft, splash in more water and keep going. Better to add water slowly than dump in too much.
  • Add the salt at the end. Tasting it once it's done tells you exactly how much you want.

Ways to vary it

  • Stir in a spoon of berries or a sliced banana once it's off the heat if you want something sweet.
  • Swap the splash of milk for oat milk to keep it vegan, or use more of it for a looser, creamier bowl.
  • A pinch of cinnamon or cardamom stirred in near the end is nice if you're in the mood for it.

Storage & leftovers

Keeps in the fridge for about 4 days in a sealed container. It thickens a lot once cold, so reheat it in a pan with a splash of water or milk and stir until it loosens up again. It freezes fine too, just thaw it overnight before reheating.

What to serve with it

Good on its own with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, or topped with fruit and a handful of nuts. A cup of coffee on the side and you're set.

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By Untrained ChefPublished 27 May 2026 · Updated 11 July 2026

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