Here is a collection of simple recipes made with one fruit, which is traditionally used to treat constipation. Yes! it’s fig. Constipation is most common in babies and most of the babies face it when they are introduced to solids. These simple recipes, 3 Fig/Anjeer Recipes for Babies [Fig water| Fresh Fig Puree |Dried Fig Puree] are the easy and yummy way to add this amazing fruit in your little one’s diet.
Figs are loaded with nutrients which support the baby’s overall growth and development. They are rich in antioxidants, calcium, iron, potassium, fiber, vitamin B5, B6 and much more. They are good to be introduced after 6 months completion. Figs has several health benefits. They are less allergic and helps to maintain the gut health. It also helps to prevent anemia, treats constipation, strengthens bone and also helps to build the immune system.
3 Fig/Anjeer recipes for Babies [Fig water| Fresh Fig Puree |Dried fig Puree]
Fig water
- Age Recommendation: 6 Months +
Ingredients:
- Dried Fig
Method:
1. Soak fig in water overnight.
2. Drain the water.
3. Fig water eases constipation in babies.
Fresh fig puree:
- Age Recommendation: 6 Months +
Ingredients:
- Fresh fig fruit
Method:
1. Cut the fig into halves.
2. Scoop the flesh using spoon.
3. Mash well.
NOTE: Add water, BM/FM to adjust the consistency.
Dried Fig Puree:
- Age Recommendation: 7 Months+
Ingredients:
- Dried Fig
Method:
1. Soak fig in water for 3-4 hours.
2. Add the soaked figs to mixer jar.
3. Grind to smooth puree.
4. Serve.
Figs are available in dried and fresh forms. Hence, we have used both the forms in recipes. You can opt for the recipes with the available form of figs 😊. These purees can also be added as a natural sweetener in other recipes. The sweet taste with the soft, chewy and a little crunchy texture would make the baby love and gobble up the entire treat.
3 Fig/Anjeer Recipes for Babies [Fig Water| Fresh Fig Puree |Dried fig Puree]
Ingredients
- Dried Fig
- Fresh fig fruit
- Dried Fig
Instructions
- Fig water
- Age Recommendation: 6 Months +
- Ingredients:
- Dried Fig
- Method:
- Soak fig in water overnight.
- Drain the water.
- Fig water eases constipation in babies.
- Fresh fig puree:
- Age Recommendation: 6 Months +
- Ingredients:
- Fresh fig fruit
- Method:
- Cut the fig into halves.
- Scoop the flesh using spoon.
- Mash well.
- NOTE: Add water, BM/FM to adjust the consistency.
- Dried Fig Puree:
- Age Recommendation: 7 Months+
- Ingredients:
- Dried Fig
- Method:
- Soak fig in water for 3-4 hours.
- Add the soaked figs to mixer jar.
- Grind to smooth puree.
- Serve.
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