Rice Dhal Carrot Porridge
- You can introduce this food around the month of 8 or so
- Though we have numerous varieties of veggies, carrot are a source of BETA CAROTENE, a rich source of powerful antioxidant and it allows to increase the saliva and supply essential minerals and enzymes that aid in digestion plus carrot helps to maintain a healthy skin
- Note – when you introduce new food to your baby, initially they might not be that much attracted or they might not like the taste; be patient and be persistent
Ingredients
- Par boiled rice – 1/3 cup
- Pasiparuppu – 1 tblsp
- Carrot – 2 tblsp (roughly chopped)
- Seeragam/cumin seeds – a pinch
- Garlic – 1 small pod
- Salt – a pinch
- Water – as req.
Procedure
- Wash the rice and carrot thoroughly and add cumin seeds
- Add water as req. and bring to it boil
- Once the rice and carrot is cooked well, then add salt as req.
- Arisi paruppu carrot kanji is ready to be served
Serving suggestion
- Since this is your baby’s solid meal food, you can start it with a little thin consistency, but not too liquid
- gradually increases your feeding level and consistency
- you can add a tsp of ghee too
- Feed your baby when the food is warm
Note
- It is always best to prepare baby food fresh and feed your baby, than preparing and storing/refrigerating it
- You can use mathu/masher for making the food little creamy. If you do not have a masher, you can do a quick pulse run using your mixie
- Always wash the veggies/greens thoroughly and use them
- Do not add too much of carrot initially; your baby might not like it; increase amount of carrot gradually
- You can use beet root as well in place of carrot
- Also I would always suggest to use moong dhal/pasiparuppu for your little one as this is rich in proteins and helps for easy digestion. Pasiparuppu is highly recommended even for elderly folks especially those suffering from ULCER or stomach related problems
