Fava bean and pumpkin bites
Fava bean and pumpkin bites A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fava bean and pumpkin bites with tarragon. SAFETY: remove the bitter outer skin of fava beans, ensure pumpkin is well-cooked, slice avocado thinly.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fava bean and pumpkin bites with tarragon. SAFETY: remove the bitter outer skin of fava beans, ensure pumpkin is well-cooked, slice avocado thinly.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g fava beansAlternative: egg white 🍽️ 80 g pumpkinAlternative: green bell pepper 🍽️ 50 g polentaAlternative: corn tortilla 🍽️ 30 g avocadoAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g tarragonAlternative: mint 🍽️ 50 g eggAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 162 kcal
Protein 8 g
Carbs 12 g
Fat 3 g 1
CHECK freshness of the fava beans (color, texture) PEEL the fava beans (remove bitter outer skin) Cut the peeled fava beans into regular 2 cm pieces (finer for 12-18 months) Wash, peel and seed the pumpkin, cut into 1.5 cm cubes Cook the polenta as directed (10 min), let cool slightly
Slice the avocado thinly (max 3 mm)
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT buy old fava beans (bitter) Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always remove bitter outer skin Always peel pumpkin Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Never serve whole avocado pieces (choking) Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: peel the bitter outer skin of fava beans Always peel and seed pumpkin Always slice avocado thinly Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked polenta and pumpkin in a large bowl Add the peeled fava bean pieces and avocado slices, mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and tarragon Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the bites with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each bite with a thin layer of polenta flour Place on a tray lined with parchment Let rest 5 min in the fridge Large bowl Wooden spoon Fork Clean hands Tray lined with parchment Do not overmix: avocado breaks Do not add too much flour: bites become too dense Do not forget to make bites compact: otherwise they crumble Do not make bites too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the bites Always check egg freshness If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk) Shape with damp hands: the bites won't stick Make small round bites for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger bites 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the bites leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 16 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the tarragon sauce: yogurt + tarragon + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the bites when golden Let cool 3-4 min Test the temp with a finger: warm Serve immediately with the sauce on the side Baking sheet Pastry brush Fork Tongs Small bowl Timer Do not forget to preheat Do not overcrowd the sheet Do not open the oven in the first 8 min Do not overcook: bites become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always serve avocado fresh (not reheated) Check cooking: golden brown outside, pumpkin tender For 12-18 months: more moist cooking For 24-36 months: more golden cooking If browning too fast: lower to 160°C Test with a toothpick: should come out clean Sauce: serve cold to preserve probiotics 4
Prepare a fresh avocado slice garnish (thin) Arrange the warm bites on baby's plate Add small avocado pieces around (thin) Serve the tarragon sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the bites Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling) Put leftovers in the fridge (consume within 24h) Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth Phone (emergency) Do not serve burning hot Always slice avocado thinly for baby Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times Consume leftovers within 24h NEVER serve avocado with brown spots Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pumpkin adds color and natural sweetness For 12-18 months: cut bites in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
