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plantain puree baby food recipe
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Plantain Puree

Learn about plantain puree as a great baby food. Smooth, sweet, and nutritious, it is perfect for young eaters!
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Baby Food, Baby Puree, Fruits
Cuisine: African, Caribbean
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Servings: 3
Calories: 73kcal

Equipment

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