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Haddock & Pumpkin

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

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

Ingredients

  • 80g skinless haddock fillet
  • 120g pumpkin, peeled and cubed
  • Water for steaming and poaching

Method

  1. 01

    Peel, deseed, and cube pumpkin; steam for 12–15 minutes until very tender.

  2. 02

    Poach the skinless haddock fillet in simmering water for 8–10 minutes until cooked through. Remove and check carefully for bones.

  3. 03

    Combine steamed pumpkin and flaked haddock in a blender with a little cooking liquid and blend until smooth.

  4. 04

    Cool and serve.

Gallery

Haddock & Pumpkin — photo 1
Haddock & Pumpkin — photo 2

How to offer

Pumpkin's natural sweetness and beta-carotene complement mild haddock; a warming autumn meal.

Storage

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

Nutrition note

This fish is packed with high-quality protein necessary for growth and development. It also offers essential B vitamins, specifically B12, which supports nerve function and healthy blood cells in growing infants.

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

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