Fresh cheese cubes with fine semoule roasted
Fresh cheese cubes with fine semoule roasted A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh cheese cubes with fine semoule roasted (cube-shaped), tomato and cilantro. SAFETY: LACTOSE check for cheese and yogurt, REMOVE TOMATO SEEDS AND WHITE PARTS (hard for baby).
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh cheese cubes with fine semoule roasted (cube-shaped), tomato and cilantro. SAFETY: LACTOSE check for cheese and yogurt, REMOVE TOMATO SEEDS AND WHITE PARTS (hard for baby).
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g fresh cheeseAlternative: hake 🍽️ 80 g tomatoAlternative: paris mushrooms 🌾 50 g fine semouleAlternative: polenta 🍽️ 30 g tomatoAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g cilantroAlternative: turmeric 🍽️ 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 147 kcal
Protein 8 g
Carbs 13 g
Fat 7 g 1
CHECK NO LACTOSE INTOLERANCE (cheese, yogurt - if needed substitute) WASH tomato and REMOVE SEEDS AND WHITE PARTS (CRITICAL - hard for baby) Cut the tomato flesh into small cubes Cut the fresh cheese into small pieces Cook the fine semoule as directed (8-10 min)
Wash cilantro and chop finely
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 lactose intolerant CRITICAL: tomato seeds and white parts are hard for baby Always use fresh cilantro (not dried) Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Always check yogurt freshness Always check fresh cheese freshness Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (0.8 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO lactose intolerance before serving CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove tomato seeds and white parts ALWAYS use fresh cilantro Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked semoule and tomato cubes in a large bowl Add the fresh cheese pieces Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and cilantro 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: cheese 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 yogurt freshness Always check tomato deseeding 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 cilantro sauce: yogurt + pinch cilantro + 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 cooking 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 lactose intolerance + no tomato seeds/white parts Prepare a fresh cilantro leaf garnish Arrange the warm cubes on baby's plate Add small cilantro leaves around Serve the cilantro 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 - lactose) 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 lactose + tomato seeds/white parts Always serve tomato deseeded Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve dairy to lactose intolerant baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Cilantro adds freshness 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 
