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Flounder & Carrot

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich
Flounder & Carrot — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
18 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 80g skinless flounder fillet
  • 100g carrot, peeled and sliced
  • Water for steaming and poaching

Method

  1. 01

    Peel and slice the carrot into rounds; steam for 10–12 minutes until very soft.

  2. 02

    Poach the skinless flounder fillet in simmering water for 6–8 minutes until cooked through. Remove and check carefully for bones.

  3. 03

    Combine steamed carrot and flaked flounder in a blender with a little cooking liquid and blend until smooth and creamy.

  4. 04

    Cool to room temperature before serving.

Gallery

Flounder & Carrot — photo 1
Flounder & Carrot — photo 2

How to offer

Carrot's natural sweetness pairs beautifully with delicate flounder; a great first fish meal.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Do not freeze fish purees with dairy.

Nutrition note

Flounder provides high-quality protein necessary for building muscle and tissue in your growing baby. It is also rich in Vitamin B12, which supports healthy brain and nerve function. Being a low-fat fish, it is very easy on the digestive system.

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer

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