PULSE MIX | BABY FOOD

PULSE MIX

Pulses are known for its fiber content.

Do consult elders before consumption.

Serves-3 Portion -1 Bowl.

How to make PULSE MIX for Baby?

Ingredients:

• Whole wheat Flour/Atta – 30g
• Bengal gram, de-husked – 30g
• Lentil – 10g
• Spinach powder – 2g
• Milk/Water – 300 ml
• Jaggery – 30g

Method:

1. Roast both dals separately in a karahi in low flame.
2. Powder all of them individually and mix them with roasted wheat flour.
3. Before serving, heat milk/water, add jaggery and mix in the mixture.
4. Cook for 2-3 min till done.

Points to remember:

1. Nutritive content: It should have nutritive content per 100g. i.e, nutrient dense- the important nutrients beings carbohydrates, proteins, iron, vitamin A and C.
2. Digestibility: Fiber content should not be more than 3-5g per 100g.
3. Cooking time: Not more than 5-15 min.
4. Texture

• 4-6 months – semi solid, smooth texture.
• 6-9 months – soft foods with small lumps.
• 9-12 months – chopped and lumpy foods