Oats and granola are not exactly the same. They are, nonetheless, popular healthy snacks with certain similarities. One thing they have in common is that they are both cereals.
Cereals are the primary option for consumption all around the world since they provide low fat, low sugar, excellent fibre, and other multigrain ingredients.
Oatmeal vs. Granola
The primary difference between oatmeal and granola is that oatmeal is made from whole oat grains that have been cooked at a higher temperature than usual to gelatinize the starch.
Granola contains rolled oats, fruits, honey, raisins, almonds, and other components. Oatmeal must be cooked in hot water before eating, but granola oats can be eaten immediately as a snack.
Oatmeal is beneficial to the heart and weight loss because it has high protein, fibre, low fat, vital omega-3, and fatty acids, all of which are required for maintaining a healthy heart and digestive system.
Oats also include minerals such as manganese, zinc, magnesium, and phosphorus, which the body requires to function effectively. Oats can be used in a variety of recipes.
Try this yummylicious instant oatmeal breakfast recipe.
Oat Crepe Roll With Kerabu Tuna
Oat Crepe Roll With Kerabu Tuna
2
servings20
minutes30
minutesEnjoy this savoury crepe roll filled with aromatic kerabu and tuna fillings.
Ingredients
- OAT CREPE
- 1 1/2 cup Captain Instant Oatmeal
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon powdered skimmed milk
- 1 1/2 cup water (for dilution)
- 1 teaspoon oil (for frying)
- KERABU TUNA
- 1/2 cup tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 piece hard tofu (grilled & cut into thin slices
- 1/2 cup bean sprout
- 1/4 cup thinly julienned carrot
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced french beans
- 2 no thinly sliced shallot
- 2 no thinly sliced chili padi
- 1 stalk lemongrass, thinly sliced white part
- 1/2 stalk thinly sliced bunga kantan
- 1 tablespoon dried prawns (washed, toasted until crispy and coarsely ground)
- 1/4 cup toasted and coarsely ground groundnuts
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
Methods
- OAT CREPE
- Mix ingredients in a blender except the oil and run until it becomes a smooth batter.
- Use a nonstick pan under medium heat, glaze little oil on the pan.
- Pour 4 tablespoon of the batter onto the pan and tilt with a circular motion to get smooth and even layer.
- Cook until light brown for both side and put aside.
- Repeat step 2-4 until the batter finished.
- KERABU TUNA
- Pour in the tuna into a mixing bowl.
- Add in all other ingredient into the same bowl.
- Mix well and keep aside.
- ROLL
- Laid out the crepe and fill with 2 tablespoons of the kerabu and roll it.
- Serve as snacks or at main meals.
Granola oats, on the other hand, are just a snack. Granola is formed into bar shapes to be enjoyed as a granola snack bar. Granola bars aid in weight loss, reduce constipation, are beneficial for the heart, and aid in the prevention of cancer.
Granola is high in magnesium, calories, protein, and fibre, and has a low-fat content. It is well known around the world for its nutraceutical and functional characteristics. It is easy for people to enjoy it as a snack bar or parfait to keep their health in good shape.
Try this granola parfait recipe.
Granola Parfait
Granola Parfait
2
servings20
minutes30
minutesGranola Parfait Recipe is a simple breakfast or snack that starts with a thick and creamy yogurt layered with homemade granola and fresh berries then topped with more fresh berries.
Ingredients
- Combination 1
- Captain® Honey Almond Granola + Berries Yoghurt + Blueberry Jam + Fresh Blueberries
- Combination 2
- Captain® Gula Melaka & Coconut Granola + Plain Yoghurt + Peanut Butter + Fresh Mango Dices
- Combination 3
- Captain® Cocoa Hazelnut Granola + Greek Yoghurt + Peanut Butter + Dried Cranberries
- Combination 4
- Captain® Strawberry Yoghurt Granola + Berries Yoghurt + Mixberry Jam + Fresh Strawberries
- Combination 5
- Captain® Durian Granola + Plain Yoghurt + Almond Butter + Toasted Cashew Nuts
Methods
- Add ingredients into small cups layer by layer.
Granola Parfait
Final Takeaways
When shopping for oats or granola, bear in mind that the ingredients differ greatly between brands.
Check the label and avoid products that include sugar or sweeteners, especially if they are at the top of the ingredient list.
Look for ones that feature whole foods first, such as oats, seeds, almonds, and dried fruit.
