Baby Rice Congee with Carrot

Name: Baby Rice Congee with Carrot
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tbsp rice Rice; 1 small Carrot

6–8 monthsPorridge

5 minPrep

30 minCook

4Servings

MediumDifficulty

Classic Chinese rice congee enriched with sweet carrot. This silky-smooth porridge is one of the most traditional first foods in Chinese culture, gentle and nourishing.

Nitrate Caution: Homemade Purees

Homemade purees of spinach, beets, and carrots may contain high nitrate levels for babies under 6 months. Commercial baby food is tested for safe nitrate levels.

Source: AAP Clinical Report (2005)

Ingredients

Rice2 tbsp rice
Carrot1 small

Steps

1Rinse 2 tablespoons of rice and add to 1.5 cups of water.
2Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3Peel and finely grate 1 small carrot, add to the congee.
4Continue cooking for another 10 minutes until the carrot is very soft and the congee is silky.
5Blend until completely smooth for younger babies.
6Add breast milk or formula to thin if needed. Serve warm.