Turkey and apple meatballs with potimarron
Turkey and apple meatballs with potimarron A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Turkey and apple meatballs with potimarron and tarragon. SAFETY: watch out for gluten (spelt flour contains gluten), watch out for egg allergy, remove potimarron skin.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Turkey and apple meatballs with potimarron and tarragon. SAFETY: watch out for gluten (spelt flour contains gluten), watch out for egg allergy, remove potimarron skin.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g turkeyAlternative: hake 🍽️ 80 g potimarronAlternative: avocado 🍽️ 50 g spelt flourAlternative: wild rice 🍽️ 30 g appleAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g tarragonAlternative: turmeric 🍽️ 50 piece eggAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 127 kcal
Protein 7 g
Carbs 14 g
Fat 9 g 1
CHECK turkey freshness and remove any bones Cut the turkey into regular 1.5 cm pieces PEEL the potimarron carefully (skin is very hard for baby) Cut the potimarron into regular 1.5 cm cubes Cook the spelt flour as a porridge (5 min) PEEL the apple and REMOVE THE CORE (core is choking hazard)
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT serve if baby is gluten-allergic Do NOT serve if baby is egg-allergic CRITICAL: potimarron skin is choking hazard Apple core is choking hazard Always cook turkey well (no raw poultry) Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO gluten AND NO egg allergy before serving ALWAYS peel potimarron (skin is too hard) Always remove apple core Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked spelt flour porridge and potimarron cubes in a large bowl Add the turkey pieces and apple cubes, mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and tarragon Mix with a wooden spoon Shape meatballs with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each meatball with a thin layer of spelt 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: turkey breaks Do not add too much flour: meatballs become too dense Do not forget to make meatballs compact: otherwise they crumble Do not make meatballs too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the meatballs 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 meatballs won't stick Make small round meatballs for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger meatballs 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the meatballs 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 meatballs 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: meatballs become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check turkey is fully cooked (no pink) Check cooking: golden brown outside, turkey cooked through 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
FINAL CHECK: confirm NO gluten AND NO egg allergy before serving Prepare a fresh apple cube garnish (no core) Arrange the warm meatballs on baby's plate Add small apple pieces around (no core) Serve the tarragon sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the meatballs Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - gluten/egg) Put leftovers in the fridge Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth Phone (emergency) Do not serve burning hot FINAL CHECK for gluten AND egg allergy before serving Always serve apple peeled and cored Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve spelt/egg to allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Apple adds color and natural sweetness For 12-18 months: cut meatballs in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
