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6 months+ · Meal

Pork & Amaranth

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

Ingredients

  • 80g pork tenderloin
  • 40g amaranth (uncooked)
  • 3-4 tbsp water

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse amaranth under cold water.

  2. 02

    Combine amaranth with 2.5 times the amount of water and simmer for 20–25 minutes until thick and porridge-like.

  3. 03

    Steam or pan-cook pork tenderloin pieces for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked through.

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly.

  5. 05

    Combine pork and amaranth in a blender with 3–4 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.

Gallery

Pork & Amaranth — photo 1
Pork & Amaranth — photo 2

How to offer

Serve warm. Amaranth is a nutrient-dense ancient grain that adds creaminess to this protein-rich purée.

Storage

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

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