Peanut Chutney
Peanut Chutney is Protein rich and extremely easy to make. They contain a lot of nutrients, minerals and antioxidants that can keep you healthy. Peanut chutney recipe for Baby Led Weaning goes well with Roti, Dosa or Idli. Peanuts are extremely rich in energy.
Can I give Peanut Chutney to my 6Month+ Baby?
Yes, Doctors say that if you have no family history of allergies, Peanuts can be included in your baby's diet as soon as the Baby starts weaning at around six months if they are ready for the solid food. However as with any other new food you offer, please offer them early in the morning and monitor for any signs of allergies. Babies enjoy the taste. To know whether the Baby is ready for Solid foods read this blog on BLW-how to be prepared before your child turns 6 months. In fact, Peanut Chutney can be a useful weaning food. It is highly nutritious, and a good source of protein. While making Peanut Chutney its advised for Babies upto 1 year not to add Salt.
If you are concerned about a possible nut allergy, it may be worth asking your doctor before you introduce Peanut Chutney.
- 1/4 cup Raw peanut
- 3 Springs Curry Leaves
- 1 pinch Jeera
- 1/2 tsp Any Cold Press Oil ((we used groundnut Oil))
Heat the oil in pan. Add peanut and roast on low flame.
Once it starts sputtering, immediately add the curry leaves and continue roasting for 2 min. Switch off the stove.
Add the jeera and mix well.
Once cool, transfer to a blender and grind it to a smooth paste by adding sufficient water.
Adult variation: Add finely chopped Green Chilli to blender and blend well. Add tadka of mustard and urad dal. Squeeze half lemon. Add salt as needed.