What makes steel-cut oats different?

Question

I've seen several people insist that steel-cut oats are better than regular oats. What makes them different?

Asked by Rebekah

Answer

Specifically, steel cut oats look like little pellets, whereas rolled oats have the familiar flat shape from going through a steel roller. The rolled ones expose more surface area and therefore cook faster, but produce a different final texture. I do like the steel-cut ones better, but they take upwards of half an hour to cook. You can make a large batch and reheat it for 2-3 days if you like. I think some folks also use a pressure cooker to speed them up.

Answered by Michael at Herbivoracious

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