Porridge – Tiger Nut & Flax
Ingredients
The Porridge:
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2/3 cup dairy-free milk (I enjoy unsweetened vanilla Milkadamia)
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4 tbsp tiger nuts
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2 tbsp ground flaxseed
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1-2 tbsp nut butter or Sunbutter
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1/4 – 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
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Dash of sea salt
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1/2 tsp Maple Syrup (optional)
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Additional flavor: add carob or cacao powder
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You may also add in a scoop of Collagen Peptides in place of 1 tbsp of tiger nuts
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Toppings: Berries (or other fruit), coconut flakes
Prep Notes
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 7 Minutes
Total Time: 12 Minutes
Yields: 1 servings
What sounds like a nut and kind of looks like a nut is actually not a nut at all! The Tiger Nut is a tuber of a larger plant that’s often referred to as a weed in many countries. They are quite the powerhouse – they’re high in fiber, high in antioxidants, they’re antibacterial and they work as a pre-biotic. Because Tiger Nuts aren’t nuts, nor are they a grain or contain gluten, they make an excellent option for anyone who has allergies, sensitivities or intolerances to these foods. They’re also great for anyone following a Paleo or AIP diet. The one thing that took me awhile to get used to is the texture. It does have a little bit of a crunch to it – just to forewarn you ahead of time it’s not 100% oatmeal texture, but this recipe is hearty, delicious and the texture is still great.
Directions
- Bring milk to a boil
- Stir in the tiger nuts and flax seed
- With a spoon, whip the nut butter into the tiger nut and flax seed mixture until smooth and creamy
- Stir in the cinnamon, sea salt and maple syrup
- Top with berries or your favorite oatmeal toppings. I enjoy thawing out frozen fruit so the juices soak into the mixture.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Credit: Heather Tesch
