Let’s embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the making of the delicious carrot palak puree for your little one! But before we dive into the recipe, I can’t help but share the overwhelming response we received for our Carrot Puree recipe. It’s been a game-changer for many moms, with countless reports of their babies falling head over heels for its delightful taste!
Inspired by its success, we put on our thinking caps and conjured up something even more incredible – the carrot palak puree. This concoction combines the goodness of carrots with the vibrant flavors of palak or spinach. However, it’s important to note that spinach contains oxalates and nitrates, which may not be suitable for babies under 8 months of age. So, if your little munchkin is younger than 8 months, it’s best to hold off on this one for now.
Now, let’s get back to our exciting journey of preparing this delectable puree that will tantalize your baby’s taste buds and nourish them with essential nutrients. Get ready to whip up a storm in the kitchen and witness your little one’s delightful expressions as they savor the goodness of the carrot palak puree!
Carrot Palak Puree for Babies
Ingredients
- 1 Medium sized Carrot
- 3 to 4 spinach leaves
- A pinch of cumin or jeera powder
- A small pinch of asafoetida or hing
Method
1. Clean and peel the carrots. Clean the spinach leaves well, by rinsing in a sieve under running water.
2. Chop the carrots into small cubes. Chop the spinach leaves finely.
3. Steam the carrots and spinach in a pressure cooker. Turn off the heat after 2 whistles .
4. After the steam is completely released, drain the vegetables and mash or blend the cooked carrot and spinach. Do not use the water used for steaming for blending as it may contain the nitrates from the spinach.
5. Add the cumin powder, hing and serve. Add your baby’s choice of spices to ensure that he licks the dish clean!
This is a nutrient dense dish – after all, it contains two superfoods – carrots and spinach!! As far as possible buy organic produce to reduce the chances of contamination. Baby carrots and baby spinach will give a slightly sweeter taste. For some babies, this puree may cause a mild abdominal discomfort, so follow the four-day rule when introducing this puree in your baby’s diet.
Carrot Palak Puree for Babies
Ingredients
- 1 Medium sized Carrot
- 3 to 4 spinach leaves
- A pinch of cumin or jeera powder
- A small pinch of asafoetida or hing
Instructions
- Clean and peel the carrots. Clean the palak leaves well, by rinsing in a sieve under running water.
- Chop the carrots into small cubes. Chop the spinach leaves finely.
- Steam the carrots and spinach in a pressure cooker. Turn off the heat after 2 whistles .
- After the steam is completely released, mash or blend the cooked carrot and spinach. Do not use the water used for steaming for blending as it may contain the nitrates from the spinach.
- Add the cumin powder, hing and serve.
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Hi
I am looking for easy one – pan ideas for my one year old. Can I add rice directly in the pressure cooker along with the veggies to ensure she gets her grains?
Yes you can make it as one pot
Hello Dr
I feel this website as very useful one. Was just searching for one like this to start solid foods for my 7 months old son.
Keep up the good work.
When can I introduce curd and other milk products
Thanks
Dear Lavanya,
Thank you for appreciation and feedback.
Please read this article on When and how to give milk and other products for babies
Love all your recipes Hema ! Thanks so much ! Could you please tell why oxalates and nitrates are not allowed for less than 8 month olds.My baby is 7 month and have already started palak for him.So was a bit worried.