If you're looking for something that nourishes and hugs you in the morning, this semolina porridge with plum compote, cashews, and skyr is perfect for it.
Ceylon cinnamon or cassia cinnamon?
Did you know that there are two different types of cinnamon? A distinction is made between the “original” Ceylon cinnamon and the “Chinese cinnamon” Cassia cinnamon.
Ceylon cinnamon is also known as the "real" or "original" cinnamon and comes from Sri Lanka or southern India. Ceylon cinnamon tastes a little more refined, more aromatic and less spicy because it contains less cinnamaldehyde than cassia cinnamon. Cinnamon is also said to have many health benefits that apply almost exclusively to Ceylon cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon is rich in antioxidants and thus has an anti-inflammatory effect. There are studies that show that Ceylon cinnamon reduces "bad cholesterol" and increases "good" cholesterol and can therefore improve blood values. Ceylon cinnamon also has a blood sugar stabilizing effect and type 2 diabetics in particular can reduce their blood sugar levels with 0.5 - 2 teaspoons of Ceylon cinnamon a day.
Cassis cinnamon, on the other hand, is much cheaper and is usually used in processed foods. You will also often come across cassis cinnamon on the spice shelf in the supermarket. Cassis cinnamon is produced in southern China and contains a much higher concentration of coumarin. An overdose of coumarin can lead to headaches, nausea and dizziness. Just one teaspoon of cassis cinnamon often reaches the recommended maximum coumarin limit, so cinnamon lovers should be particularly careful about which cinnamon they choose.
Advertisement (Affiliate): For these reasons I prefer to use this Ceylon cinnamon to reap the health benefits and enjoy the aromatic, “real” cinnamon taste.
Used “sizzling & frizzling” Recipes for this Recipe
For semolina porridge with plum compote, I used a few recipes that I have already shared with you here on “sizzling & frizzling”.
This is mainly my quick and easy semolina porridge recipe (from the microwave).
Also for plum compote I have already shared the recipe with you.
For the almond butter used in this recipe, you can use store-bought almond butter. If that's too expensive for you or you'd like to make it yourself, you can find my recipe for it here. my recipe for it!
Semolina Porridge with Plum Compote in the Follicular Phase
In case of hormonal imbalance, the following symptoms can occur in the first two phases after menstruation: nausea, migraines, midpain / ovulation bleeding, hypersensitivity of the nipples, listlessness and lack of motivation.
Nutrients that can help and support during this time are vitamins A, C, E, B3, B5, protein, iron, folic acid, selenium, zinc and phytoestrogens.
I have specifically selected the following ingredients for this semolina porridge with plum compote recipe to provide support during the follicular phase:
- plums: are an important source of vitamins A, C, and E and contain iron. They are also phytoestrogens. Since the lining of the uterus grows in the first half of the cycle due to the influence of estrogen, phytoestrogens can have a hormone-balancing effect during this time.
- cashews: contain many high-quality proteins as well as iron and vitamin E
- skyr: contains vitamin A, selenium and is rich in high-quality protein
- almonds (almond butter): are rich in iron and zinc and contain vitamin E and B vitamins, as well as proteins
Semolina Porridge with Plum Compote
Creamy semolina porridge meets fruity plum compote, topped with crunchy cashews, skyr, fine almond butter, and a pinch of cinnamon. This balanced breakfast or dessert provides valuable nutrients – specially tailored to the needs of the follicular phase. Easy to prepare, yet filling and nutrient-rich.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
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Serve the semolina porridge in your breakfast bowl or in a deep plate. Top with a portion of the plum compote.
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Scatter the cashews on top. It's best to break them into smaller pieces. Now place a generous dollop of skyr or yogurt in the center and add a teaspoon of almond butter next to it. Finally, round off the dish with a generous pinch of cinnamon.
Nutritional Information
servings 1
- Amount per Serving
- Calories 715kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19.2g30%
- Potassium 1308.6mg38%
- Total Carbohydrate 85.6g29%
- Dietary Fiber 7.8g32%
- Sugars 45.2g
- Protein 30.3g61%
** The daily percentages are based on a 2000 kcal diet. Your daily figures might be higher or lower according to your caloric need.
