Vegan Skirlie (Scottish Oatmeal Stuffing)
A regular fixture at the Christmas dinner table in Scotland, skirlie combines pinhead oats with sweet onions and seasoning for a delicious dish that's far greater than the sum of its parts.
Ingredients
- 3-4 tablespoons plant-based butter (50 g)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup pinhead oats (150 g – see notes)
- 1 teaspoon dried sage (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a pan on low/medium heat. Add the chopped onion and soften for 7-8 minutes until golden, stirring now and then. Season with a little salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Add the pinhead oats and dried sage (if using) and stir to mix well with the onion. Reduce the heat to low and cook for around 15 minutes, stirring regularly. You should hear a gentle frying sound throughout – known as the 'skirl'.
- After 15 minutes, the oats should have a toasted flavour and a little bit of bite. If you want them softer, continue to cook for up to 10 minutes more (you may want to do this if your oatmeal is very coarse – just keep an eye on the pan).
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve (see suggestions above).📸 See recipe steps >📖 Table of contents >
Notes
Oats: You'll want to use pinhead oats a.k.a. steel-cut oats for this recipe. These are fairly coarse and give the skirlie its unique texture and bite.
Fat: I've gone with plant-based butter, but you could just use the same amount of oil instead (or a combination of the two).
Seasoning: I've kept it simple with dried sage (which is optional anyway), but you could include any additional herbs or spices you like.
Gluten-free: Oats are naturally gluten-free, however they are often processed in environments with other gluten-containing ingredients. If you need to ensure that this recipe is 100% gluten-free, use oats that are certified or labelled as such.
Storage: This should keep well in the fridge for up to four days or freezer for up to six months.
If you liked this recipe, you might also enjoy:
- Ultimate Vegan Haggis
- Vegan White Pudding
- Sprouts with Tofu Bacon Bits
- Vegan Cranachan (Scottish Dessert)
- Crispy Roast Potatoes
- Leftover Haggis Fritters
- Vegan Scotch Broth
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 240mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition Facts
Vegan Skirlie (Scottish Oatmeal Stuffing)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 240mg10%
Potassium 28mg1%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 1IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 18mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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