Cereal coffee reigned in the kitchen in the PRL. It was a cheaper alternative to a classic, small black one, which at that time was expensive and difficult to access. Today, this healthy coffee drink is forgotten, but it slowly begins to return to favor due to the delicate taste and health properties.
Cereal coffee is a decaf drinkwhich is obtained from roasted grains of rye, wheat or barley, sugar beet, as well as chicory. This product is low in calories because it contains 5 to 50 kcal in 100 g depending on the composition.
In stores we will buy cereal in various forms. It can be granulated, soluble, in sachets or sleeping. In the last case, it requires cooking.
As mentioned, this product is drunk in power in the PRL, which is why it is associated with these times. In fact He came to Poland in the 13th century. In 1818, the first factory in Włocławek was created producing cereal coffee. The drink itself was created by the Dutch.
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Without a doubt, cereal coffee is a healthy drink, so it is worth implementing it into the daily menu. Provides B vitaminspositively affecting the nervous system and skin condition. It also has minerals, i.e. zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium.
This healthy drink is source of water -soluble fiberwhich improves metabolism and reduces constipation. Appendix of chicory, containing inulin has a beneficial effect on the intestinal bacterial flora.
Cereal coffee, unlike the traditional, black, does not contain caffeine, and yet it still has stimulating properties. A large amount of carbohydrate has a positive effect on the brain.
This product is rich in antioxidantslimiting the harmful effects of free radicals. Its regular drinking, therefore, prevents heart and cardiovascular work disorders as well as atherosclerosis and cancer.
It will be the perfect choice for those who cannot drink traditional coffee. I am talking about people suffering from heart, with stomach and duodenal ulcers, pregnant women and children.
Cereal coffee tastes great with the addition of milk, honey or sugar. Remember, however, that then it will be more caloric.
Spices fit her, i.e. cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla and anise. They effectively enrich the taste of this healthy drink.
From this product you can also create a dessert by serving it with vanilla ice cream. Refreshing sorbets are made of cereal coffee.
