Teff Porridge Recipe

Name: Teff Porridge
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Northwest
Ingredients: 0.5 cup whole grain teff; 1.5 cups water plus 1 tablespoon; ground warming spice (clove, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice, or 5 spice); kosher salt; fresh fruit (sliced figs, berries, or pears); 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey; 2 tablespoons crushed, toasted walnuts

Teff Porridge with figs and walnuts - an easy introduction to this tiny, but mightily nutritious grain, packed full of protein. A simple delicious vegan breakfast!

4.8 from 155 votes

15 mins

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How to Make the Best Teff Porridge

Teff is one of those ancient grains that deserves far more attention than it gets. This tiny grain from Ethiopia packs a serious nutritional punch—loaded with protein, fiber, iron, and calcium—making it an ideal base for a hearty breakfast porridge. When cooked, teff develops a wonderfully creamy texture with a subtle nutty, slightly sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with fresh fruit and a drizzle of honey.

This teff porridge recipe is incredibly simple and comes together in just 15 minutes. The secret is toasting the teff first, which brings out its natural nuttiness and creates those satisfying little pops as it heats up. From there, it’s just a matter of simmering until creamy and topping with your favorite fruits and nuts.

Whether you’re looking for a vegan breakfast option, exploring gluten-free grains, or simply want to try something new, this porridge is the perfect introduction to cooking with teff. The combination of sweet figs, crunchy walnuts, and warm spices makes every bowl feel like a cozy, nourishing treat.

Teff Porridge

Teff Porridge with figs and walnuts - an easy introduction to this tiny, but mightily nutritious grain, packed full of protein. A simple delicious vegan breakfast!

4.8 from 155 votes

CourseBreakfast

CuisineNorthwest

Keywordteff porridge, vegan breakfast, vegan breakfast recipes, teff recipes, fig recipes, teff cereal, how to cook teff, healthy breakfast recipes

Prep Time3 mins

Cook Time12 mins

Total Time15 mins

Servings2 servings

Calories277kcal

AuthorChristina Hill

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Ingredients

Porridge

0.5 cup whole grain teff
1.5 cups water plus 1 tablespoon
ground warming spice (clove, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice, or 5 spice)
kosher salt

Toppings

fresh fruit (sliced figs, berries, or pears)
2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
2 tablespoons crushed, toasted walnuts

Instructions

Cooking the Teff

Over medium-high heat, in a small pot, toast teff until it begins to pop and smell nutty—stirring often, about 3 minutes.
Once you hear its adorable popping, add water, spices, and salt.
Bring to a boil, cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes. Give a quick stir.
If it seems too thick, add a bit more water to get it to your desired consistency. Cook a couple more minutes.

Serving

Divide among 2 bowls and top with sliced figs, walnuts, and a generous drizzle of honey.

Notes

Teff is an ancient grain from Ethiopia that's naturally gluten-free and packed with protein, fiber, and iron.
Toast the walnuts in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes to bring out their flavor.
Feel free to substitute any seasonal fruit you have on hand.