Turkey & Barley
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 40 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 80g ground turkey
- 40g pearl barley (uncooked)
- 4-5 tbsp water
Method
- 01
Rinse pearl barley under cold water.
- 02
Cook barley in 3 times the amount of water for 30–35 minutes until very soft and swollen.
- 03
Cook ground turkey in a pan over medium heat until fully cooked through.
- 04
Allow both to cool slightly.
- 05
Combine turkey and barley in a blender with 4–5 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.
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How to offer
Serve warm on a spoon. Note: barley contains gluten — introduce carefully if there is a family history of gluten sensitivity.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition note
Excellent source of protein and B vitamins, especially B6 and B12. Contains selenium, zinc, and tryptophan.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
