Pour coconut water into a small-medium pot over high heat, bring to a boil. NOTE: judge to see if your pear will be covered enough in the water, if not, just pour a little more coconut water in. The pear doesn’t have to be completely submerged.
Just before boiling point and a few bubbles begin to appear, reduce heat to a simmer and gently place the pear into the water.
Poach pear, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until tender and soft, this will depend on how ripe your pear already was before poaching.
Whilst pear is poaching, begin porridge.
Porridge
In another small-medium pot over high heat, add oats, coconut water and coconut water, mix well.
Bring oats to a boil then reduce heat to medium on a fast simmer, cooking for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in coconut milk and honey (or sweetener of choice), mix through and continue cooking for a further 3-4 minutes or until oats have broken down and are cooked. Remove from heat.
Once pear is tender and soft, remove from poaching liquid and place in the middle of a serving bowl.
Carefully spoon porridge around the pear.
Sprinkle over toppings and desired amount of maple syrup.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Keep leftover coconut water poaching liquid - cool down and use it in smoothies, juices or for poaching again.
Recipe by Wholesome Patisserie at https://wholesomepatisserie.com/pear-coconut-porridge/