Organic Oatmeal Coarse 500g

Coarse oatmeal is milled to the largest grain size — roughly half the size of a steel cut oat piece — producing a porridge with the most pronounced, hearty texture of the three oatmeal grades. These certified organic coarse oatmeal from Just Natural Organic cook to a substantial, chewy porridge that's the closest oatmeal equivalent to steel cut oats in texture while still being faster to prepare.

Provides all the beta-glucan, fibre, and protein of whole oats. Lower GI than fine or medium oatmeal. The traditional choice for hearty Scottish oatcakes and coarse-textured porridge.

Certified organic by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.

Cook in a 1:3 ratio for 10–15 minutes. Use for traditional Scottish oatcakes (the definitive use for coarse oatmeal), hearty porridge, and in coatings for pan-fried fish or chicken.

Recipe idea — Traditional Scottish Oatcakes: Mix 200g coarse oatmeal with ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda, ¼ tsp salt, and 25g cold butter (rubbed in). Add enough boiling water (3–4 tbsp) to form a stiff dough. Roll thinly on an oatmeal-dusted surface, cut into rounds or triangles. Bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes until crisp and lightly golden. Serve with cheese, smoked salmon, or honey. Coarse oatmeal is essential — finer cuts produce a less authentic result.

Ingredients: Organic Coarse Oatmeal.

FAQs

What is coarse oatmeal best used for?
Traditional Scottish oatcakes — the flat, savoury biscuit eaten with cheese or smoked salmon. The coarse cut is essential for the characteristic crumbly, slightly crunchy texture of authentic oatcakes. Fine or medium oatmeal produces a softer, less authentic result. Coarse oatmeal is also used as a coating for Scots-style pan-fried herrings or haddock.

Are these gluten-free?
Oats don't naturally contain gluten but are often cross-contaminated. These are not certified gluten-free.