Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar and Fried Egg Recipe
This Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar and Fried Egg is a comforting, nutrient-packed breakfast that combines creamy steel cut oats with sharp white cheddar, sautéed red peppers and onions, and a perfectly fried egg. Enhanced with optional toppings like chopped walnuts, sliced green onions, and za’atar, this dish offers a hearty twist on traditional oatmeal for a flavorful and satisfying start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Oatmeal Base
- 1/4 cup dry quick-cooking steel cut oats
- 3/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons shredded white cheddar cheese (add more if you like)
Vegetables and Oil
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil, divided
- 1/4 cup diced red pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
Egg
- 1 large egg
Optional Toppings
- Chopped walnuts
- Sliced green onions
- Za’atar
Instructions
- Cook the Oats: In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup of water to a boil. Add 1/4 cup of quick-cooking steel cut oats along with a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the water is absorbed, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: While the oats cook, heat half teaspoon of coconut oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red pepper and chopped onions. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and lightly caramelized, about 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Cheese and Vegetables with Oats: Once the oats are cooked, stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Then fold in the sautéed red pepper and onions to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Fry the Egg: In the same skillet used for the vegetables, add the remaining half teaspoon of coconut oil. Crack in the large egg and cook over medium heat until the white is set and the yolk reaches your desired level of doneness, about 3 to 4 minutes for sunny side up. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble and Serve: Spoon the cheesy savory oatmeal into a bowl. Top with the fried egg. Add optional toppings such as chopped walnuts, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of za’atar for an extra layer of flavor and texture.
Notes
- Quick-cooking steel cut oats save time while maintaining a hearty texture.
- Adjust the amount of cheddar cheese according to your taste preference.
- Use coconut oil or any neutral oil for sautéing and frying the egg.
- Optional toppings can be mixed and matched based on availability and preference.
- For a spicier version, add chili flakes to the sautéed vegetables.
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