Savory Miso Oatmeal with Fried Egg and Parmesan Recipe
This Savory Oatmeal Recipe with Miso and Fried Egg is a comforting and nutritious twist on traditional oatmeal, combining the umami depth of white miso paste and Parmesan cheese with the freshness of kale. Topped with a perfectly cooked fried egg and garnished with chives, this dish offers a savory, satisfying breakfast or light meal option that’s packed with flavor and protein.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- ½ cup Quick-cooking Steel-cut Oats
- 1¼ cup Water (or stock/broth of choice)
- 1 tbsp White miso paste
- 2–4 tbsp Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
- ½ cup Kale (chopped and stems removed)
Topping
- 1 Egg (fried over easy, or cooked to your preference)
- 1 tbsp Butter or oil (for frying the egg)
- 1 tbsp Chives (thinly sliced, for garnish)
- Salt (about ½ tsp)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Simmer the oats: In a small pot, bring about 1¼ cups of water to a simmer, then add the quick-cooking steel-cut oats. Stir to combine and begin cooking.
- Add kale and salt: Add a pinch of salt (approximately ½ teaspoon) and the chopped kale to the pot. Stir continuously until the kale wilts and fully integrates with the oats.
- Incorporate miso and cheese: Stir or whisk in the white miso paste until fully dissolved into the oatmeal. Then, add 2 to 4 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese and mix well. Season with black pepper according to your taste.
- Fry the egg: In a separate pan, heat about 1 tablespoon of butter or oil over medium-high heat. Crack the egg into the pan and cook until the whites are set and the yolk remains runny if preferred. For a more cooked yolk, flip the egg halfway through or add a teaspoon of water, cover with a lid, and cook until done to your liking.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the hot savory oatmeal into a bowl and place the fried egg gently on top.
- Garnish and finalize: Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese and thinly sliced chives or green onions over the dish before serving for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute water with broth or stock for extra flavor in the oatmeal.
- Adjust miso paste amount based on saltiness preference.
- Quick-cooking steel-cut oats reduce cooking time but you can use regular steel-cut oats with longer cooking.
- For a vegan version, use a tofu scramble instead of the fried egg and omit the Parmesan or use a vegan cheese alternative.
- Ensure the kale is chopped finely and stems removed to avoid toughness.
Keywords: savory oatmeal, miso oatmeal, fried egg oatmeal, quick steel-cut oats recipe, nutritious breakfast, vegetarian breakfast
