Oat bran

Start your day right with our simple and nutritious oat bran recipe! Perfectly balanced with just water, a dash of salt, and wholesome oats, this easy breakfast is a fiber-rich way to stay full and energized all morning. Ready in minutes and easily customizable to suit your taste!

  • 07 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 5 min
  • Prep time 2 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 3 Ingredients

Oat bran

Oat bran is a nutritious and hearty choice for breakfast. It's packed with fiber and essential nutrients that help maintain a healthy digestive system and keep you feeling full throughout the morning. This simple recipe will show you how to cook a delicious bowl of oat bran with just a few ingredients.

Ingredients:

1 cup water
240g
1 dash salt
0.40g
3/4 cup oats
70g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Measure out 1 cup of water, a dash of salt, and 3/4 cup of oat bran.
2. Boil Water: Pour the 1 cup of water into a medium saucepan. Add a dash of salt to the water. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil.
3. Add Oat Bran: Gradually stir the 3/4 cup of oat bran into the boiling water. Stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
4. Cook the Porridge: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer. Continue to stir occasionally to ensure the oats do not stick to the bottom of the saucepan.
5. Simmer Until Thickened: Cook the mixture for about 3-5 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency. Remember that the mixture will continue to thicken as it cools.
6. Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat. Serve the oat bran porridge hot. You can add your favorite toppings such as fresh fruits, nuts, seeds, honey, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Tips:

- For extra creaminess, replace half of the water with milk or a non-dairy milk alternative.

- Enhance the flavor by adding a teaspoon of honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar after cooking.

- Mix in fresh fruits like berries, bananas, or apples for a nutrient boost.

- Sprinkle some nuts or seeds on top for added texture and protein.

- If you prefer your oat bran a bit thicker, reduce the water slightly or cook it a little longer.

Cooking oat bran is quick and easy, making it an excellent choice for a healthy breakfast. With this basic recipe and some creative tips, you can customize it to your taste and dietary preferences. Enjoy your warm, wholesome bowl of oat bran and start your day off right!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size310 grams
Energy
Calories 270kcal13%
Protein
Protein 9g6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 50g14%
Fiber 7g19%
Sugar 0.70g1%
Fat
Fat 4.60g5%
Saturated 0.78g3%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0.00ug0%
Choline 27mg5%
Vitamin B1 0.32mg27%
Vitamin B2 0.11mg8%
Vitamin B3 0.79mg5%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg4%
Vitamin B9 22ug6%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.00mg0%
Vitamin E 0.30mg2%
Vitamin K 1.41ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 60mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.29mg32%
Iron, Fe 3.00mg27%
Magnesium, Mg 100mg24%
Phosphorus, P 290mg23%
Potassium, K 260mg8%
Selenium, Se 20ug37%
Sodium, Na 160mg11%
Zinc, Zn 2.57mg23%
Water
Water 240g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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