BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Turkey & Barley

Turkey & 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

Ingredients

  • 80g ground turkey
  • 40g pearl barley (uncooked)
  • 4-5 tbsp water

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse pearl barley under cold water.

  2. 02

    Cook barley in 3 times the amount of water for 30–35 minutes until very soft and swollen.

  3. 03

    Cook ground turkey in a pan over medium heat until fully cooked through.

  4. 04

    Allow both to cool slightly.

  5. 05

    Combine turkey and barley in a blender with 4–5 tablespoons of water and blend until smooth.

Gallery

Turkey & Barley — photo 1
Turkey & Barley — photo 2

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.

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