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Savory Creamy Oatmeal Bowl Recipe with Fried Egg and Avocado

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A comforting and filling savory oatmeal bowl featuring creamy oats cooked with cream, topped with a fried egg and mashed avocado. Perfect for a quick, hearty breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (45g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240ml) water or milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 large egg, preferably free-range
  • ½ ripe avocado, mashed or sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • A squeeze of lemon juice (optional)
  • Chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine ½ cup rolled oats with 1 cup water or milk and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes until oats are tender but still hold their shape.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half, ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Continue stirring until oats are creamy and thickened, about 2 more minutes. Add a splash of water or milk if too thick.
  3. While oats cook, halve and pit the avocado. Scoop out half and mash lightly with a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Crack the egg into the pan and cook until whites are set but yolk remains runny, about 3–4 minutes. For firmer yolk, cook an extra minute. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Spoon the creamy oats into a serving bowl. Top with mashed avocado and the fried egg. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Use rolled oats for best creamy texture; steel-cut oats require longer cooking. Cook oats on low heat while stirring to prevent burning. Add lemon juice to mashed avocado to prevent browning. Fry egg on medium heat for runny yolk; cover pan loosely for firmer yolk. Reheat oats gently with splash of liquid if stored. Avoid microwaving eggs to prevent rubberiness.

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