Description
Experience a flavorful and nutritious start to your day with this Indian-Style Overnight Oats recipe. Combining the creamy texture of oats soaked overnight with aromatic spices like cardamom, rose water, and saffron, this breakfast is both delicious and wholesome. Enhanced with chia seeds and pistachios, it provides a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making it an ideal meal to prepare ahead and enjoy effortlessly each morning.
Ingredients
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Oats Mixture
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)
Saffron Infusion
- 1 tablespoon milk
- A pinch of saffron threads
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Infuse the saffron: In a small bowl, gently warm 1 tablespoon of milk until warm but not boiling, then add the saffron threads. Let it infuse while you prepare the rest of the mixture.
- Mix oats base: In a jar or mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, ground cardamom, rose water if using, and the remaining milk. Stir thoroughly until the mixture becomes a thick yet pourable batter.
- Add saffron milk and pistachios: Stir the warm saffron-infused milk and chopped pistachios into the oats mixture, ensuring the saffron color and flavor are evenly distributed.
- Refrigerate overnight: Divide the mixture into two glass jars or containers, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 to 6 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and soften.
- Serve and garnish: In the morning, stir each jar well. Top with extra chopped pistachios and a few strands of saffron. Serve cold and enjoy your healthy and flavorful breakfast.
Notes
- Use any milk of your choice, such as dairy, almond, soy, or oat milk, to adjust for dietary needs or preferences.
- Rose water is optional but adds a unique floral aroma enhancing the Indian-inspired flavors.
- For added texture and flavor, consider topping with fresh fruits like diced mango or berries.
- Make sure not to boil the milk when infusing saffron; gentle warmth extracts the color and flavor best.
- Store refrigerated and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness and safety.
