Apple oat muffins — Japanese — pantry-friendly

Name: Apple oat muffins — Japanese — pantry-friendly
Prep time: 13 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 cups ground rolled oats; 2 apples, grated; 2 large eggs; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp grated ginger; Fine salt and black pepper, to taste; 1 cup extra vegetables, fresh or frozen; Optional brand pick: Bob’s Red Mill Old Fashioned Rolled Oats (or any old-fashioned rolled oats)

A wholesome family version that turns pantry staples into a colourful meal, with simple swaps and clear doneness cues.

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13 minPrep

22 minCook

35 minTotal

4Serves

Serves 4

Ingredients

2 cups ground rolled oats
2 apples, grated
2 large eggs
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp grated ginger
Fine salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup extra vegetables, fresh or frozen
Optional brand pick: Bob’s Red Mill Old Fashioned Rolled Oats (or any old-fashioned rolled oats)

5 steps

Method

Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly oil the baking dish or pan.
Prepare the main ingredients as listed and combine them in a large bowl.
Fold in the seasonings — 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated ginger — without overworking the mixture.
Portion into the dish and bake for about 22 minutes, until the centre is set.
Rest for 5 minutes before serving, then adjust the seasoning to taste.