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Complementary food for breast milk (MPASI) has a crucial role in meeting the nutritional needs of infants. Method slow cooking is one of the practical ways to cook solid foods, considering that since the age of 6 months, your little one starts to need a complete nutritional intake. Here are some solid complementary recipes slow cooker practical one.
Various MPASI Recipes with slow-cooker
Tool slow cooker has a characteristic cooking pot made of ceramic or porcelain which is placed in an electric heating container. The airtight glass cover can have an effect low pressure against cooking.
The steam and water produced by foodstuffs are maintained inside so as to minimize the loss of nutrients during the cooking process. With slow cooker food ingredients are cooked in one place without waiting and stirred, just add and cook until cooked.
In addition, another advantage is that you can adjust the temperature in storing MPASI. For solid solids that have been cooked, keep them in a closed container and keep the temperature in check. You only need to cook once, but you can use it several times according to the baby's feeding schedule. Here are some examples of MPASI recipes with tools slow cooker.
Applesauce Pot
Serving: 10 servings
Duration: 30 min
Materials:
- 4 medium apples, peeled, centered and sliced medium.
- 1/2 cup water.
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter.
- Pinch of ground cardamom and cinnamon.
How to make:
- Put the apple slices and water in slow cooker. Cover tightly and cook on high for 5 minutes. When done, turn it off and open it slowly.
- Open the lid and let it air out. Blend the apples together with butter and cardamom powder and cinnamon to taste.
Nutritional Content per Serving
Energy (kcal): 55, fat (g): 1, carbohydrates (g): 11, fiber (g): 2.
MPASI Recipe with slow cooker This is suitable as a snack for babies or babies aged 6-9 who are just starting to eat solid foods. If your baby is older and wants textured solids, make a rougher shape.
Beef Stew
Serving: 12 servings
Duration: 7-8 hours with slow cooking
Materials:
- 1 kg of beef neck (beef chuck), cut into 3 cm cubes.
- 2 chopped tomatoes.
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
- 1 teaspoon salt.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- 2 medium potatoes, halved.
- 2 medium carrots.
- 200 g of peas.
How to make:
- Cover the meat pieces with flour. Add chopped tomatoes, potatoes, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup water. Cook slowly on low temperature around 70 degrees Celsius for 7-8 hours (or 5 hours at high temperature).
- Add the carrots and pods. Cook again for 5 minutes then remove. Serve the cooked beef stew.
Nutritional Content per Serving
Energy (kcal): 128, fat (g): 3, carbohydrates (g): 12, fiber (g): 3, protein (g): 14
MPASI Recipe with slow cooker This is suitable as a main meal because it is high in protein. For babies 6-9 months, it can be refined in a blender according to the desired consistency, while for babies 9-12 months, it can be consumed directly in the form of coarse chunks.
Chicken and Veggies
Serving: 10 servings
Duration: 4-5 hours with slow cooking
Materials:
- 2 large carrots, diced.
- 1 zucchini, diced.
- 1 sweet potato, diced.
- 5 skinless and boneless chicken thighs.
- 1 teaspoon salt.
- 1/3 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon coconut or olive oil.
How to make:
- Place carrots, zucchini, and sweet potato at the bottom of the pot. Then put the salt and oil seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables.
- Pour in the chicken stock and oil. Cover and cook for 4-5 hours until the chicken is tender and easy to tear with a fork.
- Once cooked, it is ready to be served immediately or chopped again according to the desired consistency
Energy (kcal): 140, fat (g): 5, carbohydrates (g): 12, fiber (g): 3, protein (g): 8
Three complementary recipes with slow cooker above can be your recommendation for your little one. However, still adjust these dishes to their age and needs.
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