Suhoor is an essential part of Ramadan. Besides providing the energy and nutrients needed during the fasting hours throughout the day, suhoor is a mandatory practice for Muslims while fasting. Oatmeal has become a popular choice for suhoor for many people. Oatmeal has numerous benefits and contents, ranging from fibre, protein, to other nutrients that keep the stomach feeling full for longer. Here are various healthy, nutritious, easy, and satisfying oatmeal recipes with a creative touch from IKEA.
Oatmeal, a superfood for suhoor
Oatmeal is a rich source of nutrition, especially soluble fibre and beta-glucan, which have been proven to lower cholesterol and improve heart health. Additionally, oatmeal also contains plant-based protein, vitamins, and minerals. This is crucial for maintaining body balance. With its natural taste, oatmeal is also a maximal source of various nutrients.
Benefits of suhoor before fasting
Suhoor provides the necessary energy to start the long day in Ramadan. It also helps prevent drastic drops in blood sugar levels and keeps you feeling full for longer. By choosing healthy and nutritious foods like oatmeal, you can ensure that your body stays energized and hydrated throughout the day. Thus, your stomach will remain comfortable fasting until it's time to break the fast later.
Healthy oatmeal recipes for suhoor
Among the many oatmeal recipe innovations, many people combine oatmeal with other ingredients. This provides more nutrients from a single bowl of oatmeal during suhoor. The result is proven to make the stomach feel full without leaving a burning sensation while fasting. Here are some healthy, nutritious, easy, and satisfying oatmeal recipes that can be conveniently prepared as suhoor menus:
Banana and nut oatmeal
Ingredients include 1/2 cup of oatmeal, 1 sliced banana, a handful of roasted almonds, a handful of roasted walnuts, honey for sweetness (optional), and almond milk or fresh milk.
To prepare, cook oatmeal with almond milk or fresh milk until boiling and thickened, add banana slices and almonds as well as walnuts, stir well and let it simmer until the banana is soft, then add a little honey if desired.
Berry and chia seed oatmeal
Ingredients include 1/2 cup of oatmeal, a handful of mixed frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, and a cup of water or almond milk.
To prepare, cook oatmeal with water or almond milk until boiling, add frozen berries and chia seeds, let it boil for a while until the berries soften and the chia seeds thicken, then stir well and serve.
Baked apple and cinnamon oatmeal
Ingredients include 1/2 cup of oatmeal, 1 diced apple, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and a cup of water or almond milk.
To prepare, mix oatmeal, apple pieces, cinnamon, salt, and water or almond milk in an oven-proof bowl, then bake in the oven at 180°C for 20-25 minutes or until the oatmeal and apple are soft, and finally stir well before serving.
Chocolate chip and almond oatmeal
Ingredients include 1/2 cup of oatmeal, 1 tablespoon of dark chocolate chips, a handful of roughly chopped roasted almonds, a handful of raisins, and a cup of water or almond milk.
To prepare, first cook oatmeal with water or almond milk until boiling, add dark chocolate chips, almonds, and raisins, then stir well until the chocolate melts and the almonds are evenly mixed, and serve warm.
IKEA creative ideas for serving a bowl of oatmeal
IKEA is not only known for its functional and stylish household furniture but also offers creative inspiration for serving food. You can find several collections from IKEA to serve oatmeal attractively. Starting from transparent glass plates, glass lid plates, aesthetic glass bowls, to unique wooden spoons that will add a warm atmosphere while enjoying your favourite oatmeal.
Oatmeal is the right suhoor menu choice to meet nutritional and energy needs during Ramadan. With creative recipe variations and unique touches in presentation using
Household kitchen appliances from IKEA, you can enjoy a healthy, nutritious, easy, and satisfying suhoor.
