Masala Oats with Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 tsp oil
• 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, beans), chopped small
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp pav bhaji masala or sambar powder
• 1.25 cups water
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander to garnish

Steps

1. 1

   Dry-roast the oats in a pan for 2 minutes until lightly fragrant; set aside.

2. 2

   Heat oil in the same pan; splutter the mustard seeds, then sauté the onion until translucent.

3. 3

   Add the mixed vegetables and 2 tablespoons of water; cover and cook for 3–4 minutes.

4. 4

   Add tomato, turmeric, masala and salt; cook for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the roasted oats and water; simmer uncovered for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until the oats are cooked but not mushy.

6. 6

   Garnish with coriander and serve hot.