Turkey cubes with sweet pineapple
Turkey cubes with sweet pineapple A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Turkey cubes with sweet pineapple (cube-shaped), kale and vanilla. SAFETY: REMOVE ALL TURKEY CARTILAGE, REMOVE KALE STEMS (fibrous), PINEAPPLE acidity can be hard - use ripe and small amounts, EGG allergy check.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Turkey cubes with sweet pineapple (cube-shaped), kale and vanilla. SAFETY: REMOVE ALL TURKEY CARTILAGE, REMOVE KALE STEMS (fibrous), PINEAPPLE acidity can be hard - use ripe and small amounts, EGG allergy check.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g turkeyAlternative: canned tuna (in water) 🍽️ 80 g kaleAlternative: broccoli 🌾 50 g fine semouleAlternative: whole wheat bread 🍽️ 30 g pineappleAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g vanillaAlternative: dill 🍽️ 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 211 kcal
Protein 7 g
Carbs 18 g
Fat 6 g 1
CHECK EGG ALLERGY (introduce one at a time before serving) WASH turkey and CHECK NO CARTILAGE (choking hazard) Mince turkey finely with knife or manual grinder WASH kale and REMOVE ALL STEMS (CRITICAL - fibrous) Cut the kale leaves into small cubes PEEL the pineapple and REMOVE THE CORE (hard for baby)
Cut the pineapple into small cubes
Cook the fine semoule as directed (8-10 min)
Check the egg freshness
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT serve if egg-allergic CRITICAL: turkey cartilage is choking hazard CRITICAL: kale stems are very fibrous CRITICAL: pineapple core is hard for baby Unripe pineapple is too acidic Always check egg freshness Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (0.8 cm) CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove turkey cartilage CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove kale stems CRITICAL: ALWAYS peel pineapple and remove core Use RIPE pineapple (less acidic) 2
Mix the cooked semoule and kale cubes in a large bowl Add the turkey pieces and pineapple cubes Add the egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and vanilla Mix with a wooden spoon Shape into cubes (3-4 cm per side) Press into the cubes 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 Do not overmix: turkey breaks Do not add too much flour: cubes become too dense Do not make cubes too big: max 4 cm Do not leave air in the cubes Always check fresh egg freshness Always check turkey cartilage 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 Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger cubes Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the cubes leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 15-18 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce: yogurt + pinch vanilla + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the cubes 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: cubes become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check turkey is fully cooked Check cooking: golden brown outside, turkey fully cooked 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 + no cartilage + no kale stems + no pineapple core Prepare a fresh small pineapple cube garnish Arrange the warm cubes on baby's plate Add small pineapple cubes around Serve the vanilla sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the cubes 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 + cartilage + kale stems + pineapple core Always serve ripe pineapple Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve egg to egg-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pineapple adds tropical sweetness For 12-18 months: cut cubes in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
