How to Properly Prepare Oatmeal

Oatmeal is now considered a real superfood and should therefore be an integral part of a healthy diet . You probably already know that.

But when preparing oatmeal correctly , you should pay attention to a few small tricks so that the oatmeal does not taste too boring and gets the right consistency.

In this blog post, you will learn how to eat oatmeal , how to best prepare the flakes with water , milk or milk alternative and we will give you 5 tips that will help you to easily make the right preparation.

Why are oatmeal so healthy?

The great thing about oatmeal is also: these flakes consist of about 70 percent long-chain carbohydrates and provide the body with long-term energy, they allow the blood sugar level to rise slowly and evenly and do not shoot up abruptly. So they fill up for a long time and you don't immediately have cravings again, which you satisfy with something sweet.

Oatmeal, i.e. oats ( oat bran ), even has the highest vitamin B1 content among cereals (generally high content of B vitamins) and also provides a lot of plant iron. Incidentally, the iron in oats is much better absorbed by the body when taken together with vitamin C. Furthermore, oats are also rich in antioxidants and polyphenols – so it strengthens your immune system, your intestinal flora and protects your body from free radicals.

The soluble fiber beta-glucan contained in oatmeal is particularly valuable: it lowers blood sugar and cholesterol levels and thus has a positive effect on overweight or type 2 diabetes patients, for example.

Oatmeal is not gluten-free. However, they are considered low in gluten. Worth knowing: For people suffering from celiac disease (gluten intolerance), there are even special non-contaminated, gluten-free oatmeal.

And another insider tip: Oats contain a large amount of biotin – and are therefore a miracle weapon against hair loss and brittle nails. Furthermore, this food contains zinc – an essential trace element that strengthens the body's immune function, promotes wound healing and combats blemishes. So oats also make you beautiful.

You see: that oatmeal is healthy and real satiants with important nutrients is undisputed!

The right preparation of oatmeal

You can prepare these cereal flakes, which are obtained from the oat kernels, on the one hand with water and on the other hand with milk or a vegan plant drink.

If you use water in the preparation, you should take special care to season your oat flakes well so that they do not become too tasteless.

Cook oatmeal with milk or prepare with plant drink

You can either bring your oatmeal to the boil together with cold milk or plant drink in the pot or heat the milk and then let the oatmeal soak in the warm milk.

If you boil the flakes with milk instead of water, the porridge will also become creamier.

Prepare oatmeal with water

You can also prepare oatmeal with water.

To do this, simply pour hot water (from the kettle) over your oatmeal or porridge, or boil the oatmeal in a pot of water.

Especially when preparing oatmeal with water, you should always be sure to add a pinch of salt.

In addition, various spices such as cinnamon or vanilla powder make your oatmeal even more aromatic.

Basic recipe: oatmeal

Here is the simple recipe for the popular oatmeal, which is indispensable for most breakfast tables.

Preparation time 2 min.

Let the porridge steep for 3 min.

Total time 5 min.

Calories: 320 kcal

Ingredients

• 250 ml milk or a plant-based alternative for vegans (oat milk, almond milk, soy milk,...)
• 50 g oatmeal (grams of oatmeal)
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2 tsp agave syrup optional
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon of your choice

Preparation

• Boil the oatmeal with the pinch of salt and the sweetener of your choice in the milk or plant drink (preferably with constant stirring). Cooking the cereal flakes only with hot water is also a possible variant.
• Let the porridge steep for 3 minutes.
• Empty the porridge into a bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon.
• Enjoy!

Nutritional values

Calories: 320 kcal

What is the best way to eat oatmeal? Different ways to prepare it

You can prepare oatmeal in 4 ways. On the one hand, you can cook the oatmeal together with liquid in a pot .

On the other hand, you can also soak the oatmeal in cold milk or water for about 30 minutes or overnight and eat the oatmeal without boiling.

You can do this, for example, in the form of overnight oats , where the oatmeal can swell overnight in the refrigerator.

For a particularly quick and easy preparation, you can also pour boiling water from the kettle over the oatmeal or let the oatmeal swell in the microwave together with water or milk and you have conjured up a delicious and healthy breakfast.

5 Tips for Preparing Oatmeal

This preparation of oatmeal is equally the porridge preparation and is not difficult at all, you should only pay attention to these 5 tips so that the typical mistakes during preparation do not happen to you.

1. Delicate or gritty oatmeal?

When preparing oatmeal, you must first choose the flake type. Tender oatmeal has less bite than gritty oats and therefore swells faster.

How long do you have to soak gritty oatmeal? Core oatmeal, on the other hand, retains its structure even after soaking and takes longer to swell than small-leaf oatmeal.

2. The right consistency

If you boil oatmeal together with a liquid on the stove, the two ingredients combine and the oatmeal slowly thickens.

After removing the oatmeal from the stove, it also thickens further and the oatmeal still absorbs liquid.

Therefore, you should still remove your oatmeal from the stove when it is still a little liquid, so that the consistency does not become too thick.

3. Stir, stir, stir

Stirring is particularly important when preparing oatmeal. This works perfectly with the Porridge spoon . Originally this was done with a spurtle , but you can also simply use an inverted wooden cooking spoon to stir.

You should only mix the liquid with the oatmeal a little and carefully.

Because if you stir too much, the starch contained in the oatmeal is broken down, causing the porridge to become sticky.

4. A pinch of salt

When preparing oatmeal, you should always add a pinch of salt. This applies not only to hearty dishes, but also to sweet dishes. The pinch of salt adds to the sweetness in your oatmeal.

5. The right toppings

Various porridge toppings on your oatmeal ensure that your porridge always remains varied.

For example, you can refine your oatmeal with various seeds such as chia seeds, flax seeds, but also with nuts, or mix fresh fruits and fruits of your choice with your porridge.

However, you can not only prepare oatmeal sweet, but also as a savoury variant with vegetables – they will definitely support you in your balanced diet.

Oatmeal Recipes – Oatmeal for Lunch and Dinner

Oatmeal is not only a tasty option for your breakfast, but it can be incorporated into both your lunch and dinner – it should definitely be a fixed part of your meal plan.

One option is our delicious organic pumpkin tomato porridge with oats. Here's a delicious recipe for a Buddha Bowl with oats.

Buddha Bowl with Couscous/Rice/Quinoa

Depending on your personal preferences (and fridge contents), the Buddha Bowl can always be put together anew and creatively. We love the following recipe:

Course: Breakfast, main course

Ingredients

• 30% roasted chickpeas
• 20% arugula
• 20% Verival Protein Oat Couscous, Rice or Quinoa
• 20% carrots, pumpkin and sweet potatoes cooked in the oven
• 10% avocado

Preparation

• Prepare the chickpeas according to the package instructions.
• Wash, peel and dice fresh carrots, pumpkin and sweet potatoes. Then brush with oil, season and cook in the oven at 200 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
• Roast the chickpeas with oil in a pan until slightly coloured.
• Pour boiling water over the Verival Protein Oat Couscous, stir and leave to steep for five minutes.
• Serve all ingredients in turn in your favourite bowl.
• Finally, refine with almonds, cress and favourite pesto.

However, you can enjoy oatmeal just as traditionally in your cereal !

Start looking for oatmeal recipes and you'll get your cravings under control.

Recipe – Oatmeal with water

Oatmeal with water is an easy and healthy way to prepare oatmeal. Instead of using milk, the oatmeal is boiled or soaked in water for a creamy and nutritious meal. This is particularly beneficial for people who cannot tolerate dairy products or have opted for a dairy-free diet.

Preparing oatmeal with water is straightforward and requires only a few steps:

Oatmeal with water is a high-fiber and filling meal that provides long-lasting energy and a great start to the day. Adding fresh fruits and nuts gives you extra vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats that make oatmeal a wholesome and balanced meal.

Whether for breakfast or as a healthy snack in between, oatmeal with water is a delicious option for those looking for a light and wholesome alternative to oatmeal with milk. Try it out and enjoy the variety of ways to make the oatmeal to your taste!