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    Avena Dominicana (Dominican-Style Oatmeal Breakfast)

    Avena Dominicana
    Avena Dominicana

    En Español Recipe ↆ

    A mixture of crunchy textures, delicious fruit, and a touch of sweetness desayuno de avena dominicana (oatmeal breakfast) is the perfect oatmeal breakfast.

    Oatmeal and banana breakfast

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    1. Why we ❤️ it
    2. About this recipe
    3. Recipe

    Why we ❤️ it

    I am going to commit a sacrilegious act. One no Dominican child is ever allowed to do: I am going to criticize my mother's cooking, may the cooking goddess have mercy on my soul. I hated my mom's avena con leche when I was a child. There was nothing redeeming about that dish. I thought.

    Then I grew up and two things happened: I learned to appreciate avena, and I found that sometimes it's OK to do things differently from our parents: Enter this wonderful, warm, filling, comforting this desayuno de avena (oatmeal breakfast) is always a hit at home.

    Avena Dominicana
    Avena Dominicana

    About this recipe

    Unlike our grandmother's traditional version, I find that this is more interesting, with contrasting flavors and textures, and a consistency that I like better. Sure it is not a copy-paste from the traditional Dominican avena, but it has all the elements we love. And it is fair to remember, that different homes may make this dish differently in any case.

    What makes this avena different, and better, in my opinion, is that I've used rolled oats, instead of quick-cooking oats, which improves the texture and mouthfeel of this dish. The added banana and walnuts make it even more interesting and nutritious, one of my favorite things, and one even picky kids will love it.

    Along with avena caliente, our amazing oat and milk hot drink, and jugo de avena, a refreshing oatmeal nutritional drink, this is my favorite oats dish.

    Buen provecho!

    Tia Clara

    Recipe

    Avena Dominicana (Dominican oatmeal)
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    [Recipe] Avena Dominicana (Dominican-Style Oatmeal Breakfast)

    By: Clara Gonzalez
    A mixture of crunchy textures, delicious fruit, and a touch of sweetness desayuno de avena dominicana (oatmeal breakfast) is the perfect oatmeal breakfast.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine Dominican
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 745 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cup rolled oats, (not instant)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cup brown sugar, divided
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (freshly-grated)
    • ¼ teaspoon clove powder
    • 9 cup milk (whole or skim), (use a substitute if you wish)
    • 1 tablespoon butter (salted), optional
    • 1 cup sliced banana, or fruit of your choice (strawberries, plums, etc)
    • ½ cup walnuts, or nut of your choice, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

    Instructions
     

    • Soaking oats: In a medium pot or saucepan, mix oatmeal, salt, half the sugar, stick of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and milk. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
    • Cooking the oats: Bring the oat mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once it breaks the boil, lower heat, and stir with a wooden spoon, reducing the liquids until you obtain a soft porridge. Stir in the butter to combine with the oatmeal mix.
      Remove from the heat.
    • Serving: Serve the oatmeal in individual bowls, and garnish with banana and walnuts. Sprinkle with the remaining sugar and cinnamon powder.

    Tips and Notes

    To make this according to the original Dominican recipe just skip the almonds and fruits. The original Dominican oatmeal is very simple (but with more sugar).
    Use soy or almond milk for a lactose intolerant-friendly and vegan version.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 745kcalCarbohydrates: 105gProtein: 31gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 648mgFiber: 14gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 610IUVitamin C: 2.1mgCalcium: 504mgIron: 5mg

    Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutritional information.

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    Edited: Jan 9, 2022 | Publish: Feb 23, 2011

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    Alisa
    January 25, 2013 10:43 AM

    Good morning Tia Clara - It's a very cold day here in the states. This weather calls avena 😉 Have a great day!!!5 stars

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    isadora
    May 14, 2011 11:47 PM

    my abuela made the bomb oatmeal with coconut milk,sugar,cinnamon,milk and it was a creamy bowl of goodness. i tried your recipe too and was so good with strawberries. thank you for all you recipes. i crack open your recipe book every time i have guest coming and they always want… Read more »

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    isadora
    May 14, 2011 11:41 PM

    my abuela made the bomb oatmeal with coconut milk,sugar,cinnamon,milk and it was a creamy bowl of goodness.

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