Turmeric and coconut porridge

Ingredients

• 2 tsp finely grated fresh turmeric
• 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
• 330ml can evaporated coconut milk (from health food shops – substitute coconut milk)
• 2 tbs maple syrup
• 1 tbs coconut oil
• 1 vanilla bean, halved, seeds scraped
• 2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon, plus extra to dust
• Coconut milk and shaved fresh coconut (optional), to serve

Description

• 1.

  Combine turmeric and 3 cups (750ml) water in a bowl and stand for 10 minutes to infuse.

• 2.

  Place 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, turmeric mixture and all remaining ingredients except coconut milk and shaved coconut in a wide saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring regularly, for 7-8 minutes or until mixture thickens. Discard vanilla pod. Divide porridge among serving bowls and top with coconut milk and coconut flakes. Dust with extra cinnamon to serve.