Rice flakes. The cheap breakfast revolutionising morning routines
Tired of oatmeal? Looking for a warm breakfast idea? Try rice flakes. They're a fantastic alternative to oatmeal, providing many valuable nutrients without weighing down your stomach.
21 April 2024 10:52
Oatmeal is one of the most popular breakfast options. Cooked oatmeal flakes are a source of fibre and B vitamins. They are tasty, filling, and very nutritious. They stimulate the intestines and act like a broom for any deposits or impurities in the intestines.
You can prepare oatmeal in dozens of different ways, but eating it daily can get boring. What can replace oatmeal? A fantastic alternative is rice flakes. You can find them in every store and buy them cheaply. How to cook rice flakes? What can you do with rice flakes? We explain.
Rice flakes, a fantastic alternative to oatmeal
Rice flakes are made from steamed grains of rice flattened in a press. They are then packaged. Rice flakes are a great alternative to oatmeal flakes. Just throw them into boiling water or milk, and after a moment, you can enjoy a warm breakfast that provides energy and vitamins.
Rice flakes contain many valuable nutrients, such as calcium, potassium, or B vitamins. They are light, filling, and low in calories. You can eat them without guilt; only 2-4 tablespoons of flakes are added to the dish.
How to prepare a rice porridge?
No one eats as much rice as Asians. It's the basis of their diet. People in Asia have specialized in rice-based dishes. They eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you're a fan of Asian cuisine, use rice flakes to make congee, a savoury rice porridge. What to serve with congee? With a poached egg, fried oyster mushrooms, mun mushrooms, or boiled vegetables.
Would you prefer a sweet breakfast? Use rice flakes to make rice soup. It's a delicate soup made from rice flakes that melts in your mouth. Add a handful of nuts, seasonal fruits, and a teaspoon of peanut butter, and you'll have a delicious and filling dish that will give you energy for the entire day.
Rice flakes with milk - recipe
Ingredients:
- 240ml of milk,
- 60g of rice flakes,
- 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey,
- optionally: bananas, pears, seasonal fruits, maple syrup, peanut butter, jam.
Preparation:
- Boil the milk and add the rice flakes. Cook for no longer than 5 minutes. Add sugar towards the end of cooking. If you're using honey, add it when the flakes have cooled down.
- Serve with your favourite toppings.
Tips:
- You can replace cow's milk with coconut, rice, almond, or soy milk.
