Elevate your oatmeal beyond the ordinary! Imagine creamy, savoury oats simmered in broth, kissed with garlic and wilted spinach, then topped with a glorious crispy-edged fried egg. This 15-minute gourmet bowl is a symphony of textures and rich, comforting flavours

Serves: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

For the Oatmeal:

• ½ cup (50g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable broth (or water + ½ tsp soy sauce)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Spinach & Egg:

• 1 tsp olive oil or butter (divided)
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups (60g) fresh spinach
• 1 large egg
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Toppings (optional):

• Grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese
• Fresh herbs (chives, parsley)
• Everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

1. Cook the oatmeal:
   • In a small saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil.
   • Add oats, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5–7 minutes until creamy, stirring occasionally.
   • Season with salt and pepper. Cover and set aside.
2. Sauté the spinach:
   • Heat ½ tsp oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
   • Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Add spinach and cook 1–2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Transfer to a bowl.
3. Fry the egg:
   • In the same skillet, heat remaining ½ tsp oil.
   • Crack in egg, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes until white is set but yolk is runny.
4. Assemble:
   • Pour oatmeal into a bowl. Top with spinach and fried egg.
   • Sprinkle with cheese, herbs, or seasoning if desired.