Pork & Pumpkin
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 80g pork tenderloin
- 150g pumpkin
- 3-4 tbsp water
Method
- 01
Peel and deseed pumpkin, then chop into small cubes.
- 02
Steam pumpkin cubes for 12–15 minutes until very soft.
- 03
Steam or pan-cook pork tenderloin pieces for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked through with no pink remaining.
- 04
Allow both to cool slightly.
- 05
Combine pork and pumpkin in a blender, add 3–4 tablespoons of water, and blend until completely smooth.
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How to offer
Serve warm. Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene and lends a natural sweetness that baby will love.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition note
Pork is packed with high-quality protein necessary for muscle growth and repair. It is a fantastic source of heme iron, which is the most easily absorbed form of iron, crucial for preventing anemia and supporting cognitive function.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
