First, mix the oatmeal with the milk and let it sit for 10 minutes. In the meantime, sauté the vegetables in 2 tablespoons of oil.
Slightly overcooled mix into the oat flakes and season with salt, pepper and thyme.
Form 8 heaps with a spoon, roll them in breadcrumbs, press them flat and fry them in oil on both sides until light brown.
Serve with chive sour cream dip and/or salad.