In recent years, porridge has become increasingly popular and enjoys a high level of popularity. This has also led to the classic Scottish oatmeal being further developed and now prepared in forms other than its original form.
Nowadays, the popular healthy breakfast is prepared in a variety of ways, such as overnight oats, baked porridge, or integrated into baking. From sweet varieties with fruits to chocolate preparations and spicy oatmeal, there is now a large selection of porridge creations.
In this blog post, we will show you the different methods of porridge preparation. You can also find out which type of porridge you are and which Verival porridge you should try next.
So versatile in preparing porridge – 5 preparation methods at a glance
As is often the case with food, tastes vary. There are also different preparation types for classic oatmeal and many ways to spice up your porridge according to your individual taste and preferences. Here is a quick overview of the most popular methods for preparing a hot breakfast:
1. Classic oatmeal
The classic porridge, which is prepared on the stove, is by far the best-known variant. This breakfast is particularly popular because it is served hot, making it easier to digest. In addition, oatmeal is rich in complex carbohydrates and keeps you full for an extended period. However, there are also many other ways to prepare oatmeal. This versatility makes hot oatmeal a true all-rounder.
2. Proats, zoats, and pudding oats – the classic reinterpreted
Proats – High in protein and delicious
Meanwhile, there are also some variations of the classic porridge, such as proats. Here, the healthy breakfast is made particularly protein-rich by using protein powders or other protein sources, such as peanut butter and cottage cheese.
Zoats – Porridge with the extra portion of vitamins
For zoats, the oatmeal is enhanced with grated zucchini. For this, zucchini and oatmeal are cooked together. This breakfast is particularly filling due to its large volume and provides all the important macro and micronutrients needed for the day.
A tasty and simple recipe for zoats can be found here:
Low-calorie porridge with zucchini and oatmeal
Ingredients
- 40 g oatmeal
- 1/2-1 zucchini
- 30 g protein powder (optionally also flavored)
- 1 tsp coconut flour
- 300 ml water
- 1 pinch of salt
Preparation
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Grate the zucchini first. It's best to grate them directly into the pot.
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Then add the oatmeal and the protein powder.
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Next, add the water to the pot along with another teaspoon of coconut flour. The coconut flour helps achieve a creamy texture.
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Now place your porridge on the stove and cook for about 7 minutes over medium heat, stirring continuously.
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If your porridge is already creamy, remove it from the heat and let it steep for another 2-3 minutes. After that, your delicious porridge will be ready without adding a lot of calories.
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Of course, you can now enhance your porridge with toppings of your choice, such as fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds.
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Enjoy pudding for breakfast with delicious pudding oats
Pudding oats are another variation of the delicious porridge. Pudding powder is added and stirred into the porridge while cooking, giving it a pudding-like consistency and a wonderfully creamy texture.
3. Overnight Oats – Healthy Overnight Breakfast
Overnight oats are a very simple and practical variant. In this method, the oatmeal or your porridge base swells in liquid overnight in the refrigerator, making your healthy breakfast almost ready by itself. You can enjoy a little extra sleep! In the morning, simply spice up your breakfast with various toppings such as nuts, seeds, or fresh fruit.
4. Baked porridge – oatmeal from the oven
The baked porridge is also becoming increasingly popular. For this method, the porridge is baked in the microwave or oven, giving it a cake-like consistency. Here, too, there are a variety of delicious recipes, such as Carrot Cake Porridge or Banana Bread Porridge.
5. Oatmeal – also a perfect base for baking
The basic ingredients of your porridge are also excellent for various baking recipes such as bars, healthy cookies, pancakes, waffles, and much more. This is because oatmeal is a true all-rounder.
This native superfood is rich in vitamins and micronutrients like calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper, zinc, and selenium. When baking, you can easily mix some of the flour with oatmeal or another basic porridge mixture to create healthy yet delicious creations.
So much for the most important methods of preparing porridge. But now you might be wondering which of the preparation methods suits you best. We have put together 4 different porridge types for you to test which one you are!
Which porridge type are you? Find out here
1. The classic type
The classic porridge, traditionally prepared in Scotland, consists of only 3 ingredients: oatmeal, liquid such as milk or water, and a pinch of salt. If you prefer the classic, we highly recommend this basic recipe for porridge:
Basic recipe: oatmeal
Ingredients
- 250 ml milk or a plant-based alternative for vegans (oat milk, almond milk, soy milk,...)
- 50 g oatmeal
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 tsp agave syrup (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon of your choice
Preparation
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Boil the oatmeal with the pinch of salt and the sweetener of your choice in milk or plant-based drink, stirring constantly. Cooking the cereal flakes only with hot water is also an option.
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Let the porridge steep for 3 minutes.
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Pour the porridge into a bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon.
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Enjoy!
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If you need to hurry, then Verival Classic Porridge is the right choice. It can be prepared in just 3 minutes using a kettle or microwave.
But you can also prepare overnight oats very easily and quickly. Simply put 50g of oatmeal and 120ml of water or milk in a glass in the fridge overnight. We always recommend adding a tablespoon of chia seeds and 60ml of extra liquid for additional fiber, which will keep you full for a long time. The next day, your breakfast will be ready on its own, and you can refine it with toppings of your choice.
2. The Hearty Guy
Oatmeal can be prepared not only as a sweet variant but also as a hearty dish. Especially if you like to eat porridge in the evening, a hearty porridge is perfect. For example, you can prepare your porridge with egg and avocado or a delicious vegetable combination with tomatoes, spinach, and mushrooms. At Verival, we also offer two hearty porridge mixes for a quick lunch or dinner: pumpkin tomato porridge and broccoli porridge.
Zoats are also perfect for a slightly more savory porridge. Although the combination of zucchini and oatmeal may sound a bit strange, it is delicious and will keep you satisfied for a long time. Just give it a try and see for yourself!
3. The Sporty Type
If you like to start the day with sports and are very active, ensure your oatmeal provides you with the necessary energy and protein. Proats, with the extra protein portion, are just the right choice for you. Simply mix some cottage cheese and peanut butter into your finished porridge.
Don't have much time in the morning to prepare your breakfast? The Verival Sport Porridge Chocolate Banana provides the necessary energy and is the ideal basis for your morning workout. The almond drink powder, sunflower protein powder, and pumpkin seed protein powder offer a good portion of protein and keep you full for a long time.
4. The Experimental Type
Do you love to change your breakfast and try something new frequently? You can easily turn classic oatmeal into various new dishes. How about delicious pudding oats or baked porridge from the oven? Baked oats are a bit more elaborate, but you can adapt them to your taste and experiment with the ingredients.
So what type are you? We find that all porridge preparation methods have their appeal and are the perfect breakfast for those who love healthy and delicious breakfasts!
