BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Salmon & Pea Mash

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

Ingredients

  • 80g skinless salmon fillet
  • 60g garden peas (fresh or frozen)
  • Water for poaching

Method

  1. 01

    Place a skinless salmon fillet in a small saucepan, cover with water, and poach over medium heat for 8–10 minutes until cooked through. Remove and check carefully for bones.

  2. 02

    Meanwhile, steam or boil garden peas for 4–5 minutes until tender.

  3. 03

    Flake the cooked salmon into a blender, add the peas, and blend with enough cooking liquid to reach a smooth puree or soft mash to suit your baby's stage.

  4. 04

    Serve warm or cool to room temperature before offering.

Gallery

Salmon & Pea Mash — photo 1
Salmon & Pea Mash — photo 2

How to offer

Offer on a soft preloaded spoon; pair with a sip of water.

Storage

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

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