Rolled Oats Chicken Caldo

For those of us who want to avoid rice but still want to have "arroz" caldo, don't fret! You can still have it! Just replace the rice with rolled oats and you can have the comfort food you grew up with, sans the guilt! You may think it's weird since we are all used to having oats in a sweet manner rather than in a savory dish, but believe me, it works! Just make sure you use rolled oats or steel cut oats and NOT instant oats.

Here is a recipe that I make at home that everyone enjoys.


Rolled oats
Ginger, sliced
Garlic, sliced
Onions, sliced
Chicken, shredded (cooked)
Chicken stock
Cilantro, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper
Patis/fish sauce

Cool the oats in the chicken stock together with everything except the cilantro. When cooked, add the cilantro and season to your taste.

Yes, I am serious. It is that simple!

Garnish with chopped spring onions and crispy garlic. Serve with calamansi or lemon and patis/fish sauce on the side.

Enjoy!