7-Month MPASI Recipe: Mackerel Pesmol Rich in Omega-3 and Complete Nutrition

7-Month MPASI Recipe: Mackerel Pesmol, Rich in Omega-3 for Baby's Brain

Looking for omega-3-rich complementary foods for babies 7 months and older? This Mackerel Pesmol could be the answer! The combination of mackerel, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, and rice creates a complete dish to support your little one's brain, vision, and immune development. It's perfect as a complementary food puree or as a finger food for babies born in the womb .

🍚 Ingredients (for 1 portion ±90–100 gr):

• 30 grams of cooked rice

• 40 grams of boneless mackerel

• 2 cherry tomatoes (remove seeds and skin if necessary)

• 5 grams of grated carrots (optional)

• 5 grams chopped broccoli (optional)

• 70–90 ml homemade chicken stock (adjust the texture)

• A little EVOO (extra virgin olive oil) for sautéing

Aromatic Seasoning (remove before serving):

• Onion and garlic

• Bay leaves, ginger, galangal, turmeric

• Lemongrass, lime leaves

• Leek

👩🍳 How to Make:

1. Prepare the Mackerel:
   Clean the fish and coat it with lime juice. After 5–10 minutes, rinse thoroughly and pan-fry with EVOO until cooked through. Set aside.

2. Stir-fry Aromatic Spices:
   Sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant. Add all the other spices and stir well until fragrant.

3. Cook Rice & Vegetables:
   Add the rice, carrots, and broccoli, and pour in the chicken stock. Cook until the vegetables are soft and the rice has a porridge-like consistency.

4. Add Fish & Cherry Tomatoes:
   Add the cooked mackerel and sliced cherry tomatoes. Add the spring onions. Stir briefly to combine the flavors.

5. Smooth & Adjust Texture:
   Discard all large spices. Blend until smooth if serving as a puree. Add broth as needed for a smoother texture.

6. Serve:

   • For baby puree : Serve smooth porridge in a small bowl.

   • For BLW : Serve soft rice with finger foods such as steamed carrot slices and chayote.

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🌟 Benefits of This Recipe:

• Mackerel: Source of omega-3 (DHA & EPA), supports the development of the baby's brain and eyes.

• Cherry Tomatoes: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants for baby's immune system.

• Carrots & Broccoli: High in fiber and vitamins A & K, good for digestion and growth.