Whether egg, muesli or bread – on the habits of the Germans at the breakfast table we have already reported in our blog post from last year. But now a trend from the UK is increasingly conquering the German breakfast market: porridge. A mixture of oatmeal, water and a little salt. More and more it is now being discovered as a delicious breakfast variant. And this also rightly so: It is simply prepared, full and, despite all, is still healthy.
Porridge as a bestseller
Meanwhile, porridge is no longer a rarity even on menus in cafes. More and more, it is widely used in gastronomy and is often offered and sold with sweet or savory variations.
But the retail industry has also become aware of the new trend. Some supermarkets sell porridge in portions in to-go cups or as a simple dry product. Both variants must then be boiled with milk or water before they can be consumed. When buying porridge, however, the buyer should pay close attention to the list of ingredients. Additives or supplements do not belong to a rich breakfast and should therefore not be used here.
Variation in the preparation
It does not always have to be a sweet breakfast. If you prefer to have a hearty breakfast, you can do the same with Porridge. It is simply refined the cooked porridge with goat cream cheese, thyme or walnuts. If you also prefer a spicy version of the breakfast, you can boil it with vegetable broth instead of water. Additional salting is not necessary then.
Whole-meal
Porridge is often served to taste fruity or savory. The oatmeal gives protein and fiber, which stimulate the digestion. They contain vitamin B1 as well as phosphorus, magnesium, iron and zinc. Adding fruits not only improve the taste of the meal, but also provide valuable vitamins.
If it is made with milk, it also contains enough calcium.
