Ground beef red bell pepper skewers
Ground beef red bell pepper skewers A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Ground beef red bell pepper skewers with thyme. SAFETY: USE 5% MINCE (not too fatty), peel red bell pepper (skin hard to digest), watch out for egg allergy.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Ground beef red bell pepper skewers with thyme. SAFETY: USE 5% MINCE (not too fatty), peel red bell pepper (skin hard to digest), watch out for egg allergy.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g ground beef 5% MGAlternative: Greek yogurt 🍽️ 80 g red bell pepperAlternative: radish 🍽️ 50 g brown riceAlternative: quinoa 🍽️ 30 g coconutAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g thymeAlternative: chives 🍽️ 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 193 kcal
Protein 12 g
Carbs 9 g
Fat 3 g 1
CHECK beef freshness (smell, color) Use ONLY 5% MG ground beef (not too fatty for baby) Break the ground beef into regular 1.5 cm pieces WASH red bell pepper and PEEL (skin hard to digest for baby) Cut the pepper into regular 1.5 cm cubes Cook the brown rice as directed (25-30 min)
Grate the coconut finely
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 egg-allergic Do NOT use 15-20% ground beef (too fatty) Red bell pepper skin is hard to digest Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always cook ground beef well (no pink) 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 egg allergy before serving ALWAYS peel red bell pepper for baby Use ONLY 5% MG ground beef Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked brown rice and pepper cubes in a large bowl Add the ground beef pieces and grated coconut, mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and thyme Mix with a wooden spoon Prepare bamboo skewers (soak in water 10 min) Thread ingredients on skewers alternating beef, pepper, coconut Place on a tray lined with parchment Let rest 5 min in the fridge Bamboo skewers Large bowl Wooden spoon Tray lined with parchment Do not overmix: ground beef breaks Do not forget to soak skewers (fire risk) Do not make skewers too dense (cooking) Always peel red pepper for baby Always check egg freshness Always use mild thyme dose If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk) Soak skewers to prevent burning Make alternating colors for visual appeal Vary portions according to age For 24-36 months: bigger pieces on skewers 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the skewers leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 16 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the thyme sauce: yogurt + thyme + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the skewers 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: skewers become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check beef is fully cooked (no pink) Check cooking: golden brown outside, beef 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 egg allergy before serving Prepare a fresh grated coconut garnish Arrange the warm skewers on baby's plate (remove from skewer for younger babies) Add small grated coconut around Serve the thyme sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the pieces Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - 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 egg allergy before serving Always serve coconut grated finely Do not leave baby alone with skewer (injury risk) Do not reheat several times NEVER serve egg to egg-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Coconut adds color and fiber For 12-18 months: remove pieces from skewer Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
