Recipe: Fish Puree (6 months - 12 months)

Breast milk alone is not enough to meet your little one’s Vitamin D requirement, which is vital for your baby’s brain and bone development. Fish are a great source of essential nutrients including Vitamin D. Introducing it can however be a little tricky as it is one of the most common allergens. This makes it important to consult a specialist before you introduce it to your child’s diet. Also, you need to avoid fish that have high mercury levels and choose those with mild flavours. The best options are salmon, trout and herring. Fish puree is easy to digest and can be made a part of your baby’s balanced meal, however it is important to remove all the bones and skin. 

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes

Total Preparation Time: 13-15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 fillet of fish, boneless

• 2 tablespoons of mashed potato

Total Servings: 1-2

Recommended Serving Size: 2-3 tablespoons (30-45g) per serving

Nutritive value (per serving)

Method:

Step 1: Place fish in a steamer or saucepan with a small amount of water. Cover and cook gently until the fish is tender.

Step 2: Mash fish with a fork or puree.

Step 3: Add mashed potato and combine.

About Expert:

Ms. Jyoti Pachisia is a highly experienced Consulting Dietitian, Content Writer, Certified Diabetes Educator and Certified Renal Nutritionist. She currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty at the Institute of Management Studies, Mukundpur and as a Guest Faculty at the Dolphin School of Hotel Management, Kalyani.