Description
A simple and delicious Indian-inspired overnight oats recipe combining creamy rolled oats with aromatic cardamom and saffron, enriched with chia seeds and topped with crunchy pistachios for a nutritious and easy-to-prepare breakfast.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 1 cup Milk (preferably full fat)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons Chia seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch saffron (crushed with your fingertips)
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons raw pistachios (chopped)
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: Combine rolled oats, milk, sugar, chia seeds, cardamom powder, salt, and crushed saffron in a mason jar or a suitable container. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
- Refrigerate: Cover the container tightly and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, though it can be refrigerated for up to 2 days for convenience and deeper flavor infusion.
- Add pistachios and adjust sweetness before serving: Before eating, stir in half of the chopped pistachios. Taste the oats and add more sugar if a sweeter flavor is desired. Serve topped with the remaining chopped pistachios for extra crunch and garnish.
Notes
- Using full-fat milk adds creaminess and richer flavor, but you can substitute with plant-based milk for a vegan option.
- Adjust sugar according to taste or substitute with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener.
- Soaking oats longer enhances texture but avoid exceeding 2 days to prevent sogginess.
- Chia seeds help thicken the mixture and add nutritional benefits including fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- For added variety, try topping with fresh fruits like mango, banana, or berries.
