Simple & Nutritious Dal Khichdi Recipe for Babies🥣
✨️Ingredients✨️
• 1/4 cup rice
• 1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow lentils)
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Hing (Asafoetida) - (avoid or use very little salt for babies under 1 year old)
• Salt to taste (avoid or use very little salt for babies under 1 year old)
✨️Cooking the khichdi✨️
• In a pressure cooker or a medium-sized pot, add the washed rice, moong dal, turmeric powder, salt, hing (asafoetida) and water.
• If using a pressure cooker, cook for 2-3 whistles on medium heat. If using a pot, cover and cook on low heat until the rice and dal are soft and well-cooked, stirring occasionally.
• Once cooked, mash the khichdi lightly using a spoon or potato masher to achieve a smooth consistency suitable for your baby's consumption.
📝Tips📝
✅️Age-appropriate ingredients: Introduce one ingredient at a time to monitor for allergies and ensure your baby can tolerate them well.
✅️Texture: Adjust the texture of the Khichdi according to your baby's age and eating abilities. For younger babies, puree or mash the Khichdi to a smooth consistency.
✅️Variations: Feel free to experiment with different vegetables like peas, squash, or sweet potatoes to introduce a variety of flavors and nutrients.
✅️Spices: Keep the spices mild and suitable for your baby's palate. Turmeric and cumin add gentle flavor without overwhelming your baby's taste buds.
✅️Hygiene: Ensure all utensils, pots, and ingredients are clean and sanitized to maintain hygiene standards while preparing baby food.
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