Tofu & Barley
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 40 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons pearl barley
- 1/2 cup water (for barley)
- 1/4 cup silken tofu, drained
- Additional water as needed
Method
- 01
Rinse 2 tablespoons of pearl barley and cook in 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan, simmering for 35-40 minutes until very soft.
- 02
Drain any excess water from the barley. Allow to cool slightly.
- 03
Drain and press 1/4 cup silken tofu to remove excess liquid.
- 04
Combine cooked barley and tofu in a blender and blend until smooth, adding water or breast milk/formula as needed.
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How to offer
Serve warm as a smooth puree. Note: barley contains gluten. Introduce as an allergen alongside tofu (soy). Introduce allergens one at a time.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.
Nutrition note
Good source of plant protein, calcium (if calcium-set), and iron. Contains all essential amino acids.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
