Warm Ginger Porridge (Printable Version)
A gentle blend of creamy grains and ginger-spiced warmth for a soothing morning.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1 cup milk
→ Flavoring
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt
# How To Make:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rolled oats, water, and milk over medium heat.
02 - Stir in grated ginger, honey, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt into the mixture.
03 - Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently until the oats are tender and the mixture thickens, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
04 - Remove from heat and let rest for one minute before serving warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It warms you from the inside out, especially on mornings when the world feels too cold
- The subtle spice awakens your senses without overwhelming your palate
- It's naturally soothing and feels like medicine disguised as comfort food
- Takes less than twenty minutes but tastes like you've been cooking all morning
02 -
- Fresh ginger is absolutely non-negotiable—dried or powdered simply won't give you that bright, awakening quality that makes this special
- The toasting step at the beginning makes the entire difference between ordinary oatmeal and something memorable
- Don't rush the simmering; low and slow coaxes out flavors that high heat destroys
03 -
- Keep a container of pre-minced ginger in your freezer—it thaws instantly and lets you make this on the busiest mornings
- Make a double batch and keep the extra in the fridge; it reheats beautifully with just a splash of milk to loosen it