Honey-Simmered Teff Porridge with Cardamom and Toasted Nuts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-24 · Updated 2026-06-24

A creamy Ethiopian teff grain porridge gently simmered with fragrant cardamom and sweetened with honey, topped with toasted nuts for crunch. This Ethiopian-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, combines teff grain, water, whole milk into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup teff grain
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup toasted mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), chopped
• 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup teff grain with 3 cups water and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the grains begin to soften.
2. Step 2: Add 1 cup whole milk and 1/2 tsp ground cardamom to the pot, stirring to combine. Continue simmering gently for another 10 minutes until the porridge thickens to a creamy consistency.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 3 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp butter until melted and fully incorporated.
4. Step 4: Spoon the porridge into bowls and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped toasted mixed nuts for a crunchy contrast. Serve warm as a nourishing breakfast or dessert.