10 toppings for Japanese-style savory oatmeal
Start with oats cooked in dashi and finish with a savory or gently sweet topping.
Make the base
Cook the oats in water or dashi using the package’s porridge directions. Use a deep bowl if microwaving.
Choose a topping
Try pickled plum, whitebait with sesame, miso, soy milk, cooked cod roe, natto, salted squid, ochazuke seasoning, cooked adzuki beans or kinako. Add salty toppings in small amounts and taste as you go.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I add ochazuke seasoning?
Once the oats are cooked. Stir in a little, let it dissolve and taste before adding more.
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