Crush the fennel seeds. Put everything except the oats in a pot and bring to a boil.

When to a boil, stir in the oats and remove the pot from the heat. Cover. Stir for about 1 minute to help mix the oil and seasonings evenly.

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cool mixture for 15 minutes. 

Shape into patties using 2 Tbsp of the mixture. Bake on a lightly oiled cookie sheet for 9-10 minutes. Flip and bake 9-10 more minutes. (Longer is slightly drier and firmer.)

* Option: For a slightly different texture try using ½ c rolled oats, ½ c quick oats, and ½ c cooked brown rice.