Soft Zucchini Rice Porridge
Soft Zucchini Rice Porridge
Stage 1 Early Baby Food: Sweet Zucchini Rice Porridge
This is the third early baby food for your little one: a soft zucchini rice porridge. Zucchini has a lovely fresh and sweet aroma and is rich in lecithin, making it excellent for brain development and memory enhancement. This recipe is designed to be smooth and gentle, perfect for babies starting their solid food journey.
Ingredients- Rice (soaked) 12g (approx. 15g after soaking)
- Zucchini 10g
- Water 250ml
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 12g of rice and soak it in cold water for 3-4 hours. After soaking, the rice will weigh approximately 15g.
Step 2
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and prepare 10g. This is a relatively small amount, about the quantity used for making two zucchini pancakes.
Step 3
Steam the prepared 10g of zucchini for about 3-5 minutes until it becomes tender. It’s best to steam it until the crispness is gone and it’s soft.
Step 4
Rinse the soaked rice well. Place the rinsed rice into a blender along with 100ml of water and the steamed 10g of zucchini.
Step 5
Blend the mixture using a blender or food processor until it becomes a very smooth paste. Ensure there are no rice grains left, making it a smooth consistency for your baby to consume.
Step 6
Transfer the blended mixture into a pot. Add the remaining 150ml of water to the pot. You will use a total of 250ml of water.
Step 7
Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly to prevent clumping. Cook until the porridge becomes clear and develops a slightly thick, sticky texture. Then, remove from heat.
Step 8
If you prefer a smoother texture without any graininess, you can strain the porridge through a fine-mesh sieve. This will make it even easier for your baby to eat.
Step 9
Following this recipe will yield approximately 150g of zucchini porridge. Divide the finished porridge into three portions of 50g each and store them in the refrigerator. Feed your baby 1-2 times a day according to their feeding schedule.
Step 10
And there you have it! Your baby’s third early baby food, delicious zucchini rice porridge, is complete! We hope your baby enjoys this nutritious meal made with love.
