Baby and toddler recipes
🌾 Ethiopian style teff porridge with banana
A smooth, nutty porridge made with teff, a tiny Ethiopian grain rich in iron and calcium, sweetened with banana.
Makes 3 baby portions
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Teff
- 250ml water
- 100ml Cow's milk (full fat, or formula)
- half, ripe Banana (mashed)
Method
- Bring the water to a simmer and whisk in the teff.
- Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring, until thick.
- Stir in the milk and banana.
- Cool before serving.
Serving it to your baby
At 6 months, serve smooth. From 9 months, leave thicker.
For the rest of the family
Serve adults' with butter, berbere spice or a little honey.
Storing and reheating
Cool quickly and keep covered in the fridge for up to 2 days, or freeze in small pots for up to 1 month. Reheat until steaming all the way through, stir well, then cool before serving. Never reheat more than once.
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Questions parents ask
Is teff good for babies?
Yes. Teff is naturally gluten free and one of the most iron rich grains.
Where can I buy teff?
Look in health food shops or the world foods aisle.
OBubba gives general information based on UK guidance. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose anything. Every baby is different. If your baby has a known allergy, severe eczema or a medical condition, speak to your doctor or health visitor before starting solids. Learn baby first aid, and in an emergency call your local emergency number (999 in the UK).