Sugerencia de edades
6 meses
Alto contenido de hierro
No
Alérgeno común
No
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Okra may be introduced as soon as your baby is ready to start solids, which is generally around 6 months of age.
The entire okra plant is edible, however its seed pods are what most recipes call for when you see “okra” on a list of ingredients. Okra is a member of the mallow family, which includes cacao, cotton, and hibiscus—plants that have a tendency to toughen with age. That’s why okra seeds pods are typically harvested shortly after they’re produced by the plant to ensure tenderness and a mild, grassy flavor. With its ability to thrive in a variety of climates, okra is a beloved ingredient used by cooks around the world.
Yes! Okra offers lots of vitamin K (for healthy blood) along with a decent amount of folic acid (for cell growth), vitamin B6 (for metabolism), vitamin C (for immunity). It also contains soluble fiber, which fuels your baby’s gastrointestinal tract.
Yes. Okra can be a choking hazard for your baby. The seed pods can be stringy and tough—two qualities that increase the risk of choking for young eaters and the seeds themselves can be large and firm. Check out our suggested preparations by age.
For more information, visit our section on gagging and choking and familiarize yourself with common choking hazards.
No. Okra is not a common food allergen, though there have been reports of skin irritation from farm workers handling okra leaves and pods. As with any new food, introduce a small quantity at first and watch closely as your baby eats. If there is no adverse reaction, gradually increase the quantity in following servings.
Cada bebé se desarrolla a su propio ritmo, y las sugerencias que ofrecemos sobre cómo cortar o preparar determinados alimentos son generalizaciones para una amplia audiencia.
Serve cooked okra whole or sliced in half lengthwise and poke or scrape out any seeds. These shapes are easy for your baby to pick up, hold, and munch on with little assistance. Your baby may not consume much of the okra due to its tough consistency (but great for practice!), so serve okra alongside other foods your baby will be able to consume more easily.
Once your baby develops a pincer grasp (where the thumb and pointer finger meet), serve cooked okra that’s been chopped into half-moon shapes as a finger food.
At this age you can serve okra pretty much any way you like. Try serving the okra alongside other foods your baby can use as a dip, such as yogurt. Toddlers love to dip!
Minimize okra’s slimy ooze by adding a splash of lemon juice when cooking.
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