Tempeh hearts with pomegranate and thyme
Tempeh hearts with pomegranate and thyme A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Tempeh hearts with pomegranate (heart-shaped), radish and thyme. SAFETY: ALWAYS REMOVE POMEGRANATE SEEDS (choking hazard for 12-18m), TEMPEH is firm - cut very small for 12-18m, SOY check (introduce one at a time).
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Tempeh hearts with pomegranate (heart-shaped), radish and thyme. SAFETY: ALWAYS REMOVE POMEGRANATE SEEDS (choking hazard for 12-18m), TEMPEH is firm - cut very small for 12-18m, SOY check (introduce one at a time).
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g tempehAlternative: trout 🍽️ 80 g radishAlternative: tomato 🍽️ 50 g tapiocaAlternative: polenta 🍽️ 30 g radishAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g thymeAlternative: cinnamon 🍽️ 50 g plain yogurtAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 206 kcal
Protein 6 g
Carbs 21 g
Fat 4 g 1
CHECK NO SOY ALLERGY (introduce tempeh one at a time before serving) Cut the tempeh into very small pieces for 12-18m WASH radishes and PEEL if needed Cut the radishes into small cubes (MILD DOSE) PEEL the pomegranate and REMOVE ALL SEEDS (CRITICAL - choking hazard for 12-18m)
Extract pomegranate juice if baby is 12-18m, seeds if 24-36m
Cook the tapioca as directed (10 min)
Check the yogurt freshness
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT serve if soy-allergic CRITICAL: tempeh is firm for 12-18m - cut very small CRITICAL: pomegranate seeds are choking hazard for 12-18m Radish can be spicy - use MILD dose Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Always use mild thyme dose Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: cut tempeh very small CRITICAL: confirm NO soy allergy before serving CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove all pomegranate seeds for 12-18m ALWAYS use MILD radish dose Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked tapioca and radish cubes in a large bowl Add the tempeh pieces and pomegranate juice (or seeds for 24-36m) Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and thyme Mix with a wooden spoon Shape into hearts (using heart-shaped cookie cutter) Press into the hearts gently 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 Heart-shaped cookie cutter Do not overmix: tempeh breaks Do not add too much flour: hearts become too dense Do not give pomegranate seeds to 12-18m Do not make hearts too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the hearts Always check yogurt 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 Use heart-shaped cookie cutter Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger hearts + pomegranate seeds 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the hearts leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 15-18 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the thyme sauce: yogurt + pinch thyme + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the hearts 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: hearts become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check tempeh is fully heated Check cooking: golden brown outside 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 soy allergy + no pomegranate seeds (12-18m) + tempeh cut small Prepare a fresh pomegranate juice garnish (or seeds for 24-36m) Arrange the warm hearts on baby's plate Add small pomegranate juice drizzle around Serve the thyme sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the hearts Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - soy) 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 soy + pomegranate seeds (12-18m) Always NO pomegranate seeds for 12-18m Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve soy to soy-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pomegranate adds festive color For 12-18 months: NO pomegranate seeds Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
