Supernova Citrus Breakfast Bowl
Oat milk infused with star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and fresh tangerine juice served over wheat berries with fresh citrus. A bright, refreshing, and healthy breakfast to start your day. Prepare in advance for breakfast all week. Also works well for overnight oats and oatmeal.
Equipment
- Mesh strainer
Ingredients
Infused Oat Milk
- 3 cups oat milk
- 5 whole star anise
- 10-12 whole cloves (sub 1/2 tsp ground if needed)
- 2 whole cinnamon sticks
- 4 fresh tangerines (or 2 oranges) juiced and zested
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Wheat Berries
- 2 cups dried wheat berries, rinsed
- hot water for soaking wheat berries
Instructions
Infused Milk
- Combine oat milk, star anise, cloves, cinnamon sticks, tangerine or orange juice and zest, and honey if using in a small saucepan. Heat gently on low for 15 minutes.
- Using a mesh strainer, pour the milk into a separate storage container. Discard the zest. I like to keep the cinnamon sticks in the milk storage container as they will continue to impart flavor.
- Refrigerate until ready to use. Shake well before using.
Wheat Berries Quick Method
- Quick Method: Place rinsed wheat berries in an insulated thermos and cover with boiling water allowing enough room for expansion. Soak overnight. This will reduce the cook time the next morning by at least half.
- After soaking overnight, drain the wheat berries. Place in a medium saucepan and add water until water level is 1-2 inches above wheat berries. Bring to a simmer and cover leaving lid slightly ajar. Simmer wheat berries for approximately 30 minutes until tender and they start to split.
Wheat Berries Slower Cooking Method
- Rinse 2 cups of dried wheat berries and then transfer to a large container. Pour hot water over the top and cover by at least 2 inches as they will expand. Soak in the refrigerator overnight.
- After soaking for 8-10 hours, drain the wheat berries. Place in a medium saucepan and add water until water level is 1-2 inches above wheat berries. Bring to a simmer and cover leaving lid slightly ajar. Simmer wheat berries until tender and they start to split. Cook time is approximately 60-75 minutes.
- Once wheat berries have cooked, drain any water and allow to cool. I like to separate the cooked berries into individual portions and store in the refrigerator.
Serving Suggestions
- Place cooked wheat berries in a microwave safe bowl. Add 1/4-1/3 cup of infused milk. I also like to add 1/2 chopped banana, almond butter, and a drizzle of honey. Microwave for 2 minutes. Stir. Top with desired citrus fruits and chopped nuts.
Notes
** If gluten free or need a faster breakfast, this infused milk tastes great with oatmeal and overnight oat cups.