Yellow Bowl Recipes

Banana puree (for 6 months old)

Hello Everyone
Bananas are rich in fibre, which helps keep babies feeling fuller for longer. Little tummies are still getting used to using their digestive system, which is why bananas are great as they are easy to digest.
Bananas are loaded with nutrients! They include potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, folate, niacin, B6, manganese plus many more! Bananas contain vitamin A and this is beneficial for your child’s vision. Plus, the potassium in them helps grow strong bones.
Bananas are great fuel for you child’s brain – and they are help increase your little one’s concentration power too. Bananas are rich in iron, and this is essential for helping producing enough haemoglobin in the blood and the formation of red blood cells. Iron rich foods are a good way to help prevent your child from getting anaemia.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Ripe banana: 1 (medium)
Water: 2 tablespoon
Breastmilk or formula milk: 2 teaspoon (optional)

METHOD

First, clean and wash banana with water.
Peel and chop in small pieces.
Now add water, breastmilk or formula milk, and make a smooth paste with the help of a blender jar.
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Sweet potato puree! (for 6 months old)

Hello everyone
Sweet potato is a healthy veggie for baby. It is a good source of carbs and calories. It prevents from constipation.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Sweet potato: 1 (medium)
Water: 1/2 cup
Breastmilk or formula milk: 2 teaspoons (optional)

METHOD

First, clean and wash sweet potato with water for 2-3 times. Now peel and cut into 2 pieces.
Transfer to a pressure cooker and add water. Put it on medium flame and cook till 3-4 whistles.
Turn off the flame and let the steam released itself.
open the lid and check sweet potato is properly cooked or not. If required, cook for some more time.
Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. Now make a smooth paste with the help of a food masher.
For taste, you can add 2 teaspoons of breastmilk.
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Ragi(nachni) puree! (for 6 months old)

Hello everyone,
Ragi is a rich source of calcium and natural iron. It has dietary fibre which promotes good digestion.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Ragi seeds: 1 teaspoon
Water: 1/4 cup
Clarified butter (Ghee): 1/4 teaspoon
Breastmilk or formula milk: 2 teaspoons (optional)

METHOD

First, clean and wash ragi seeds with water for 2-3 times. Now let it dry on a cotton cloth.
Now put a karahi on medium flame and add ghee. Add ragi seeds in karahi and roast them for 4-5 minutes.
Turn off the flame and let it cool completely. Now transfer ragi seeds to a blender jar and make a fine powder.
In a bowl, add ragi powder and water. Cook it on medium flame and continuously stir till it turns to a semi thick consistency.
Turn off the flame and let it cook completely. Now add 2 teaspoons of breastmilk or formula milk.
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Potato puree! (for 6 months old)

Hello everyone,
Potato is a good source of carbs and energy. It is the safest veg you can introduce as an early food. It is good for baby’s gastrointestinal health.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Potato: 1 (medium)
Water: 1/2 cup
Breastmilk: 2 teaspoons (optional)

METHOD

First, clean and wash potato with water for 2-3 times. Now peel and cut into 2 pieces.
Transfer to a pressure cooker and add water. Put it on medium flame and cook till 3-4 whistles.
Turn off the flame and let the steam released itself.
open the lid and check potato is properly cooked or not. If required, cook for some more time.
Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. Now make a smooth paste with the help of a food masher.
For taste, you can add 2 teaspoons of breastmilk.
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Papaya puree! (for 6 months old)

Hello everyone
Papaya is very healthy and tasty. Papaya contains Vitamin C, A, and E. It boosts digestion, enhances immunity, improves metabolism, and promotes red blood cells. But give always ripe papaya to babies.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Ripe papaya: 40 grams
Water: 2 tablespoon

METHOD

First, clean and wash papaya with water for 2-3 times.
Peel and chop in small pieces.
Now add water and make a smooth paste with the help of a blender jar.
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Rice puree!(for 6 months old)

Rice is a good source of carbs, proteins, and dietary fiber. It is good for digestive system.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Rice: 1 teaspoon
Water: 1/2 cup
Clarified butter: 2-3 drops
Breastmilk: 1 teaspoon (optional)

METHOD

First, clean and wash rice with water for 2-3 times.
Transfer to a pressure cooker, add water, and 2-3 drops clarified butter. Put it on medium flame and cook till 3-4 whistles.
Turn off the flame and let the steam released itself.
open the lid and check rice is properly cooked or not. If required, cook for some more time.
Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. Now make a smooth paste with the help of a blender jar.
Transfer to a bowl.
For nice taste, you can add 1 teaspoon of breastmilk.
Puree is ready to give.

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Apple puree! (for 6 months old)

Hello everyone
Apple is a good source of vitamin c and fibre. It is easy to digest and good for bone health.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Apple: 1 (medium)
Water: 1 cup
Breastmilk: 1 teaspoon (optional)

METHOD

First, clean and wash apple with water for 2-3 times. Now peel and cut into large size pieces.
Transfer to a bowl. Put pressure cooker on medium flame and pour water. Now put that bowl in cooker and cook till 2-3 whistles.
Turn off the flame and let the steam released itself.
Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. Now make a smooth paste with the help of a blender jar.
For taste, add 1 teaspoon of breastmilk.
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Carrot Puree! (For 6 months old)

Hello everyone
Carrot is a good source of vitamin K and B6. Which are important for blood clot, skin, eye, hairs, and liver health. Also, carrots are good source of fibre. It prevents from constipation.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Carrot: 1 (medium)
Water: 1 cup

METHOD

First, clean and wash carrot with water for 2-3 times. Now peel and cut into small size pieces.
Transfer to a pressure cooker and add water. Put it on medium flame and cook till 6-7 whistles.
Turn off the flame and let the steam released itself.
open the lid and check carrot is properly cooked or not. If required, cook for some more time.
Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. Now make a smooth paste with the help of a blender jar.
For taste, you can add 2-3 drops of clarified butter (ghee).
Transfer to a bowl.
Puree is ready to give.

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Yellow split moong dal puree! (For 6 months old)

Yellow split moong dal is full of proteins, vitamins, and minerals. It is a better choice since the chances of allergies are minimal and it is easily digestible. Numerous trace elements like zinc, iron , manganese present in this dal which benefits for the growth of the baby and help in strengthening the immunity.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN INTRODUCING SOLIDS

Till six months, baby is breastfed or formula fed. Whenever you start solid, you should start with breakfast or lunch.
Introduce only one food at a time and allow the baby to become familiar with the food for 2-3 days before trying to give another for.
If baby responds well and does not show any signs of allergy, then you can continue.
Give very small amount of any new food at the beginning, for eg- 1 tsp. Use a thin consistency when starting solid foods.

HOW TO FEED

Infants cannot eat large quantities of food in one sitting at a given time, so they should be fed small quantities.
Make sure your baby are fed seated, not laying down. Help your baby to sit in your lap if he/she cannot sit properly. If he/she can sit, must have a high chair.
Food should be of semi-solid for easy swallowing. Sometimes your baby tends to spit it out, this should not be mistaken as dislike for the food.
You should give semi-solid food every day for physiological maturity of swallowing.

FOODS TO AVOID (6-12 MONTHS)

SALT: Don’t use salt, as baby’s kidneys are still developing. Salt can harm them. baby contains required sodium from breastmilk/ formula milk and other solid foods.
SUGAR: Don’t add sugar because it could encourage a sweet tooth and lead to tooth decay when the first teeth start to come through.
HONEY: Honey can contain a type of bacteria which can produce toxins in the baby’s intestines and can cause infant botulism. Don’t give it till your baby is one year old, even for easing cold.
WHOLE NUTS: They are unsuitable for your baby under the age of 5 years because the risk of chocking. Use powdered nuts.
FOODS WITH CHOCKING RISK: Jelly, gummy candies, hard candies, chewing gums, whole green peas, whole beans like chana or rajma, cough drops, popcorn, peanut butter etc. Remember to cut fruits like grapes cherry tomatoes into quarters before serving, and shred or cut meats and cheese into very small pieces.
Egg whites and cow’s milk.

LET’S PROCEED TO THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

Yellow split moong dal: 1 tablespoon
Water: 1/2 cup

METHOD

First, clean and wash dal with water for 2-3 times.
Transfer to a pressure cooker and add water. Put it on medium flame and cook till 3-4 whistles.
Turn off the flame and let the steam released itself.
open the lid and check dal is properly cooked or not. If required, cook for some more time.
Transfer to a bowl to cool completely. Now make a smooth paste with the help of a blender jar.
Transfer to a bowl.
For nice taste, you can add 2-3 drops of ghee.
Puree is ready to give.

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Amrood ki sabji!

Hello everyone
I have tried amrood ki sabji. This is a Rajasthani dish which is made of ripe guavas. You can eat this with puri or paratha. Let’s proceed to the recipe.

PREPARATION TIME: 10 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 25 MINUTES
SERVINGS: 4
COURSE: MAIN COURSE
CUISINE: RAJASTHANI

INGREDIENTS

Ripe guava (pake huye amrood): 4 (medium size)
Clarified butter (ghee): 1 tablespoon
Asafoetida (heeng): 1/2 teaspoon
Dry red chillies: 4
Cumin seeds (jeera): 1/4 teaspoon
Fennel seeds (saunf): 1/4 teaspoon
Fenugreek seeds (methi dana): 1/4 teaspoon
Onion seeds (kalonji): 1/4 teaspoon
Jaggery (gud): 50 grams
Red chilli powder (laal mirch powder): 1/2 teaspoon
Turmeric powder (haldi): 1/4 teaspoon
Black salt: 1/4 teaspoon
Salt: according to the taste
Water: 1/2 cup

METHOD

First, wash and chop guavas in medium sized pieces.
Put a karahi on medium flame and heat ghee. Add cumin seeds, dry red chillies, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, onion seeds, turmeric powder, and asafoetida. Let them splutter.
Now add chopped guavas, red chilli powder, and black salt. Saute and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Add jaggery powder, black salt, salt, and water. Mix and cover with a lid. Put the flame on simmer and cook for 7-8 minutes.
Open the lid and stir again. Sabji should not be too watery. Turn off the flame and serve hot with puri or paratha.
Amrood ki sabji is ready!

Photo cradits: https://www.verywellfit.com/carb-counts-for-guava-2241794