A quick breakfast that combines sustained energy with antioxidant goodness. Oats provide slow-release carbohydrates, walnuts contribute healthy fats and a satisfying crunch, and goji berries (枸杞) add a natural sweetness along with their well-known antioxidant compounds.

Want to know more about the health-promoting properties of goji berries? Read our full guide: Goji Berry 枸杞: Health Benefits, Dosage & Recipes.

Ingredients

60 g rolled oats
200 ml oat milk or water
1 tablespoon dried goji berries (soaked 10 minutes in warm water)
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon honey (optional)

Method

Cook oats in milk or water for 5 minutes. Top with drained goji berries, walnuts, and a drizzle of honey if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

Soaking the goji berries briefly in warm water plumps them up beautifully and makes them easier to digest.
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom for extra warmth.
Swap walnuts for black sesame seeds for a more traditional TCM flavour profile.