Turkey with spinach in trianglesA recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Turkey with spinach in triangles (triangle-shaped), quinoa and turmeric. SAFETY: SPINACH well-washed + stems removed (oxalates), TURKEY cooked through, EGG allergy check, PRUNE pit removed.
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- 🍽️60 gturkeyAlternative: chickpeas
- 🍽️80 gspinachAlternative: yellow bell pepper
- 🍽️50 gquinoaAlternative: Jerusalem artichoke
- 🍑30 gpruneAlternative: orange or kiwi
- 🫒1 tbspolive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil
- 🍽️3 gturmericAlternative: cinnamon
- 🍽️50 pieceeggAlternative: fresh cheese
2 servings
1
- CHECK EGG ALLERGY (introduce one at a time before serving)
- Cut the turkey into baby-adapted pieces, remove skin
- Cook the turkey in a pan with a little water (no salt)
- Mince the cooked turkey finely (digestion)
- Wash spinach thoroughly (CRITICAL - sand removal)
REMOVE SPINACH STEMS (CRITICAL - oxalates concentrated in stems)
Cut spinach leaves into small cubesCook the quinoa as directed (12-15 min)REMOVE PRUNE PIT (CRITICAL - choking hazard)Cut the prune into small piecesTake all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature)Cutting boardParing knifeKitchen scaleMixing bowlSteamer potTriangle silicone molds - Do NOT serve if egg-allergic
- CRITICAL: spinach sand is unpleasant for baby
- CRITICAL: spinach stems contain oxalates (digestion)
- CRITICAL: prune pit is choking hazard
- CRITICAL: undercooked turkey is dangerous
- Never add salt: baby's immature kidneys
- Always check egg freshness
- Always remove turkey skin
- Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking
- For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (0.8 cm)
- CRITICAL: confirm NO egg allergy before serving
- CRITICAL: ALWAYS wash spinach thoroughly (sand)
- CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove spinach stems
- CRITICAL: ALWAYS remove prune pit
2
- Mix the cooked quinoa and spinach cubes in a large bowl
- Add the minced turkey and prune pieces
- Add the full egg as binder
- Pour in the olive oil and turmeric
- Mix with a wooden spoon gently
- Shape into triangles using silicone molds (4-5 cm per side)
- Press the mixture gently into the molds
- Place on a baking sheet
- Let rest 5 min in the fridge
Large bowlWooden spoonForkClean handsTriangle silicone moldsBaking sheet - Do not overmix: turkey breaks
- Do not add too much flour: triangles become too dense
- Do not make triangles too big: max 5 cm
- Do not leave air in the triangles
- Always check egg freshness
- Always check spinach stem removal
- If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour
- If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk)
- Use silicone triangle molds for easy unmolding
- Vary sizes according to age
- For 24-36 months: bigger triangles
- Take out 30 min before for better incorporation
3
- Preheat the oven to 180°C fan
- Lightly oil the triangle molds
- Arrange the triangles on a baking sheet
- Bake in the middle of the oven for 15-18 min
- Check cooking halfway through (egg must be fully cooked)
- Meanwhile, prepare the turmeric sauce: yogurt + pinch turmeric + 1 tsp olive oil
- Mix the sauce well and chill
- Remove the triangles when golden
- Let cool 3-4 min before unmolding
- Test the temp with a finger: warm
- Serve immediately with the sauce on the side
Baking sheetPastry brushForkTongsSmall bowlTimer - Do not forget to preheat
- Do not overcrowd the sheet
- Do not open the oven in the first 8 min
- Do not overcook: triangles become hard
- Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics)
- Always unmold carefully
- Always check egg is fully cooked
- Check cooking: golden brown outside, egg fully cooked (70°C)
- 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 spinach stems + no prune pit
- Prepare a fresh small spinach leaf garnish
- Unmold the warm triangles
- Arrange on baby's plate
- Add small spinach leaves around
- Serve the turmeric sauce in a small separate bowl
- Show how to pick up the triangles
- Serve warm
- Watch baby during the meal
- Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - egg, poultry)
- Put leftovers in the fridge
Baby plateSmall bowl + suction cupSpoonNon-slip clothPhone (emergency) - Do not serve burning hot
- FINAL CHECK for egg + spinach stems + prune pit
- Always serve spinach without stems
- Do not leave baby alone
- Do not reheat several times
- NEVER serve egg to egg-allergic baby
- Serve warm: flavors are more developed
- Spinach adds nutritional value
- For 12-18 months: cut triangles in half
- Silicone bowl with suction cup
- Offer 2-3 different sides
- Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction
