Cereal

What Exactly Is Cereal?

Cereal consists of ready-to-eat or rapidly cooking processed whole grains or grain flakes, serving as a nutritious foundation for breakfast, snacks, or energy boosts in meals.

From Urban Platter, our range of cereals features products such as

• Rolled oats
• Steel-cut oats
• Instant oats
• Barley flakes
• Finger millet (ragi) flakes
  
  

All are preserved to maintain their natural nutritional value.

Every cereal is carefully sourced—whole grains kept whole and minimally processed—to preserve:

• Fibre
• Protein
• Vitamins and minerals

These support digestion, weight control, sustained energy, and heart health.

Reasons for Their High Effectiveness

Cereals are a nutritional superfood and a great way to save time:

• Rolled or steel-cut oats and barley aid digestion, regulate blood sugar, and promote healthy cholesterol levels.
• Long-lasting complex carbohydrates prevent afternoon energy crashes.
• Whole grain protein enhances muscle performance and fullness—essential for active habits.
• Our cereals offer abundant vitamins such as B‑vitamins, magnesium, iron, and plant-based antioxidants—always maintaining great taste and purity.
  
  

Their modesty and flexibility render them a remarkable inclusion in daily diets, boosting metabolism and health.

Uses of Cereals

Urban Platter cereals are prepared to enhance your meal to new heights:

• Traditional Breakfast Porridge - Prepared in milk or water and topped with fruits, nuts, and nut butter.
  
  
• Overnight Oats – Effortless prep: Soak oats in yoghurt or milk along with spices or fruit for quick breakfasts ready in advance.
  
  
• Smoothie Enhancers – Add rolled oats for additional fibre and a creamier texture.
  
  
• Baked Items & Bars – Utilise as binding and fibre-rich components in granola bars or muffins.
  
  
• Savoury Bowls & Risotto - Swap grains for barley or steel-cut oats to create filling pilaf or stews.
  
  
• Thickening Agents – Oatmeal serves to enhance the creaminess of smoothies or soups without the need for flour or processing.

Varieties Offered at Urban Platter

Discover our selection of cereals, all available in 1 kg and smaller packages as preferred:

Rolled Oats

• Whole oats that are flattened for quicker cooking and to ensure a thick texture.
• Perfect for hot oatmeal, overnight containers, or gluten-free meal prep.

Composition: 100% whole grains
Elevated levels of fibre & protein

Cut Steel (Broken) Oats

• Coarsely sliced oat groats that preserve a bit of texture and chewiness, offering a delightful slow-cooking experience and a nutty taste.
• Ideal for pilafs, flavourful bowls, and leisurely mornings.

Quick Oats

• A fast-cooking substitute for rolled oats, gently rolled for a 1–2 minute prep time.
• A truly practical choice for hectic days.
• Blending with hot milk or water provides a quick meal while on the move.

Whole Oat Groats

• Minimal processing results in intact oat kernels that offer a hearty, chewy consistency akin to farro or barley.
• Ideal for slow-cooked porridge or robust grain salads.

Rolled Barley Crumbles

• Old grain with a mild flavour, high in beta-glucans.
• Perfect for heart-healthy and gluten-free meal plans.
• Multifunctional: Food served hot or cold

Finger Millet (Ragi) Chips

• Ragi flakes, with a nutty taste, are nutritious and packed with calcium, iron, and resistant starch.
• Supergrain from South Asia in flake form.
• Great for salty ragi upma or sugary rice porridge

Reasons to Purchase from Urban Platter

Here are five solid reasons to buy our cereals:

• 100% Whole Grain, No Additives: Every one of our cereals features authentic whole-grain components—free from preservatives, oils, or added sugars.
  
  
• Premium Quality & Traceability: Sourced from reliable farms and manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to deliver clean and fresh goods.
  
  
• Varied Formats for All Lifestyles: Our product line-up caters to various nutritional requirements and time constraints, from convenient instant oats to textured steel-cut oats for flavour.
  
  
• Mass & Eco-Friendly Packaging: Streamline reusable or recyclable packaging to reduce waste and align with mindful living.
  
  

FAQs

Q1: Which cereal is the most effective for managing weight?
Consider steel-cut or rolled oats—each is rich in fibre and protein for fullness. Barley and ragi flakes are rich in slowly-digesting carbohydrates.

Q2: What is the preparation time for each cereal?

• Rolled oats: 2–5 minutes
• Oatmeal quick-cooking: 1–2 minutes
• Steel-cut oats: 15 to 25 minutes
• Whole oat groats: 30 to 40 minutes
• Flakes of barley and ragi: 5–10 minutes
  
  

Q3: Do they contain gluten?
Oats and barley lack gluten naturally but can be processed with the same machinery. Opt for the certified gluten-free options if it's necessary for coeliac. Ragi is naturally free of gluten.

Q4: Am I able to incorporate them into savoury meals?
Absolutely—oats and barley can be incorporated into risottos, soups, grain bowls, and stuffing to enhance flavour and texture.

Q5: What is the shelf life, and how should it be stored?
Our cereals have a maximum shelf life of 12 months. Keep hidden in a dry, cool location, ideally in sealed containers after opening to stay fresh.

Q6: Kids and cereal: any advice?
Rolled or instant oats can serve as a simple breakfast base—creamy oats with nut butter or fruit purée for young children.

Q7: Do cereals accommodate vegan and vegetarian diets?
Absolutely! They are entirely plant-based, containing no animal ingredients or by-products at all.