BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Pork & Pear Mash

Pork & Pear Mash — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free

Ingredients

  • 80g pork tenderloin
  • 1 ripe pear (about 120g)
  • 3-4 tbsp water

Method

  1. 01

    Peel and core the pear, then chop into small pieces.

  2. 02

    Steam pear pieces for 5–8 minutes until very soft.

  3. 03

    Cut pork tenderloin into small pieces and steam or cook in a pan over medium heat for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked through with no pink remaining.

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly, then combine in a blender.

  5. 05

    Add 3–4 tablespoons of water or reserved cooking liquid and blend until completely smooth.

Gallery

Pork & Pear Mash — photo 1
Pork & Pear Mash — photo 2

How to offer

Serve at room temperature or slightly warm. The pear's natural sweetness pairs well with the mild flavour of pork.

Storage

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

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