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Lamb & Millet

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  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Lamb & Millet — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 100g boneless lamb
  • 40g millet (uncooked)
  • 4-5 tbsp cooking liquid or water

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse millet under cold water.

  2. 02

    Toast millet lightly in a dry pan for 2 minutes, then add double the water and simmer for 20 minutes until soft.

  3. 03

    Trim and cut lamb into small pieces and simmer in water for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked through.

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly.

  5. 05

    Combine lamb and millet in a blender with 4–5 tablespoons of cooking liquid and blend until smooth.

Gallery

Lamb & Millet — photo 1
Lamb & Millet — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm. Millet is gluten-free and easy to digest, making it a gentle grain pairing with nutrient-rich lamb.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition note

Excellent source of iron (heme iron), zinc, protein, and B12. Contains selenium and healthy fats.

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

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