Tofu & Carrot Puree

Name: Tofu & Carrot Puree
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 50g Silken Tofu; 1 small Carrot

6–8 monthsPuree

Prep5m

Cook12m

Servings2

Silken tofu blended with steamed carrot for a protein-rich, calcium-packed puree. A staple combination in Japanese baby food.

Ingredients

Silken Tofu50g

Carrot1 small

Instructions

1Peel 1 small carrot and cut into thin slices.
2Steam carrot for 10-12 minutes until very tender.
3Briefly blanch 50g silken tofu in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain.
4Blend tofu and carrot together until completely smooth.

Safety Notes

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.