Steel Cut Oat Vegetarian Paella is our take on the classic Spanish dish. This recipe for a comforting vegetable paella is hearty, flavorful, and a unique way to enjoy oats for lunch or dinner. Loaded with spices and vegetables, this savory meatless dish will have your mouth watering.
Ingredients
How to make it
1
In a small bowl combine saffron threads and water and let steep.
2
In a large, deep sauté pan or paella pan heat olive oil over medium heat.
3
Add bell peppers and onions and cook about 5 minutes, until tender.
4
Add garlic, tomatoes, red pepper flakes, paprika, and bay leaves.
5
Stir to combine and and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring often.
6
Add the oats, vegetable broth, salt, and saffron water mix.
7
Stir to combine.
8
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
9
Do not stir.
10
Add the artichokes, asparagus, and frozen peas on top and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
11
Cover, turn off heat, and let stand for 10 minutes.
12
Uncover and fluff oats with a fork. Season to taste with black pepper.