How do you cook oat groats?

Soaking is an important step for oats, as they contain more phytates than almost any other grain. Soak 1 cup of oats for 12-24 hours in 1-1.5 cups of water for rolled oats or 2-3 cups of water for steel-cut oats. To this add one tablespoon of lemon lemon juice and one tablespoon of whole wheat flour, which is higher in phytase, the enzyme that helps to reduce the phytates. You do not need to drain before cooking. Bring the soaked oats to a boil on medium-high heat, then turn the heat lower to simmer with the lid on for about 5 minutes for rolled oats and 10 minutes or more for steel-cut oats. Enjoy your oatmeal with a little soy or nut milk, a drizzle of maple syrup, fruit, nuts, flax seeds, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.