Oatmeal with a Poached Egg

The combination of oatmeal with a poached egg, parmesan cheese, and pomegranate seeds creates a savory and slightly sweet dish with a creamy texture and a crunch from the seeds. The Parmesan cheese adds a saltiness and creamy texture, while the pomegranate seeds provide a burst of tart flavor. This oatmeal recipe is a healthy and delicious meal for breakfast!

Are oatmeal and eggs good together?

Yes! That’s a great combination of flavors when you’re tired of regular sweet oatmeal. The creamy texture of a cooked egg complements the chewy texture of oatmeal, and the eggs can add protein to the dish. Oatmeal with poached or scrambled egg is a nutritious and satisfying breakfast option. By the way, the soluble fiber in oats is beta-glucan, which has been researched to help slow digestion, increase satiety, and suppress appetite , so you’ll be well-fed for a long!

What does this Oatmeal with a Poached Egg recipe made of

• Oats
• Coconut or almond milk
• Parmesan cheese
• Egg
• Hazelnuts
• Pomegranate seeds
• Butter (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper

How to make Oatmeal with a Poached Egg

Let’s cook the oatmeal first. Put a saucepan on medium heat, and add oats and milk to the pan. It’s healthier to use long-boiled oats, that need to be cooked for at least 10 mins.

Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper and mix. Cook till the oatmeal is soft. Prepare the poached egg, according to the instructions here . While the oatmeal and the poached egg are being cooked, let’s peel the pomegranate, and take the seeds out. Prepare the Parmesan cheese. Grate it on a fine grater or use bought that is already fine grated. Cut the hazelnuts. This is easy to do by pressing on them with the outside of the knife and then chopping with the knife’s blade. When the oatmeal is cooked, add butter to the pan with the oatmeal and mix. This adds a creamy flavor to the final dish. Let’s combine the dish. Place a couple of oatmeal in the serving bowl. Then sprinkle it with a bit of grated parmesan. Repeat the procedure till all the oatmeal is in the bowl. Finish by placing the layer of Parmesan cheese. Add a handful of pomegranate seeds to the oatmeal, then sprinkle it with chopped hazelnuts. Finish the dish by placing the poached egg on top of the oatmeal. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and enjoy your delicious Oatmeal with a Poached Egg!