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6 months+ · Meal

Tofu & Barley

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

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons pearl barley
  • 1/2 cup water (for barley)
  • 1/4 cup silken tofu, drained
  • Additional water as needed

Method

  1. 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.

  2. 02

    Drain any excess water from the barley. Allow to cool slightly.

  3. 03

    Drain and press 1/4 cup silken tofu to remove excess liquid.

  4. 04

    Combine cooked barley and tofu in a blender and blend until smooth, adding water or breast milk/formula as needed.

Gallery

Tofu & Barley — photo 1
Tofu & Barley — photo 2

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.

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