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plantain puree recipe for baby
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Plantain Puree

This Perfect Plantain Puree Recipe for Babies is very easy and quick to make, suitable for parents who are on the go.
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Baby Food, Baby Puree, Fruits
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: Baby food, baby food recipe, baby weaning, fruit puree, Plantain recipe, plantains
Servings: 3
Calories: 73kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 plantain (ripe) the riper, the sweeter
  • 1 cup water (for steaming)

Instructions

  • Heat water in a pot.
  • Peel and slice the plantain with a knife.
  • Put the steaming basket in the pot.
  • Then, steam the plantains over low heat for about seven minutes.
  • Once cooked, set it aside and allow it to cool. 
  • Put the plantains in a blender.
  • Add water or breast milk if preferred.
  • Blend the contents until smooth and runny.
  • Transfer the contents into a baby bowl to serve!

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Notes

  • Always remember not to leave baby food at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • While slicing the plantain, you can remove the seeds for safer consumption.
  • The smaller the slices are, the faster they will cook.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 (of 3) | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 672IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg