Tempeh and green bell pepper meatballs (sesame-free)
Tempeh and green bell pepper meatballs (sesame-free) A sesame-free recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months with allergies. Made with tempeh and green bell pepper. SAFETY: all ingredients are guaranteed sesame-free.
Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g tempehAlternative: lamb 🍽️ 80 g green bell pepperAlternative: celery 🍽️ 50 g quinoaAlternative: rice flour 🍽️ 30 g mangoAlternative: pomegranate 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g turmericAlternative: cumin 🍽️ 1 piece silken tofuAlternative: 2 tbsp apple compote 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
A sesame-free recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months with allergies. Made with tempeh and green bell pepper. SAFETY: all ingredients are guaranteed sesame-free.
Finger food 12-36 mois Sans sesame
Calories
147 kcal
1
CHECK that ALL ingredients bear the Sesame-Free label Cut the tempeh into 2-3 cm pieces suitable for baby Cut the green bell pepper into regular 1.5 cm cubes (remove seeds) Cook the quinoa as directed, then cool slightly Peel and dice the mango into small cubes (remove pit) Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT buy a product without reading the label Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always remove bell pepper seeds Always remove mango pit Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys NEVER serve a product that may contain hidden sesame Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) Test cooking with a fork: green bell pepper should be melting-tender KEEP PACKAGING of sensitive products to prove sesame-free Check LABELS even for 'obvious' products (e.g. tempeh packages sometimes contain sesame) Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Crumble the tempeh in a large bowl Add the green bell pepper mashed into a smooth purée Fold in the cooked quinoa and diced mango Add the binder (silken tofu) Pour in the olive oil and turmeric Mix with a wooden spoon Adjust the texture (rice flour if too sticky) Shape the meatballs with oiled hands Place on a tray 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the meatballs leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 17 min Check cooking halfway through Remove when meatballs are golden Let cool 3-4 min Test the temp with a finger: warm Serve immediately 4
Prepare a fresh mango cube garnish Arrange the warm meatballs on baby's plate Add small mango pieces around (pitted) Show how to pick up the meatballs Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling) Put leftovers in the fridge Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Large bowl
Wooden spoon
Fork
Clean hands
Tray lined with parchment
Do not overmix: elastic dough Do not add too much flour: shapes become too dense Do not forget to shape tightly: otherwise it crumbles Do not make meatballs too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the dough Check that utensils have not been in contact with sesame 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: the shapes won't stick Make small round balls for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger meatballs Baking sheet
Pastry brush
Fork
Tongs
Timer
Do not forget to preheat Do not overcrowd the sheet Do not open the oven in the first 8 min Do not overcook: becomes hard and dry Do not use too high heat Do not unmould too hot: burns Check cooking: fork comes out clean 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 Remove when shapes come off easily Spoon
Non-slip cloth
Phone (emergency)
Do not serve burning hot Always remove mango pit before serving Do not leave baby alone Do not put too many mango pieces Do not reheat several times NEVER add an ingredient with hidden sesame Serve warm: flavors are more developed Mango adds tropical sweetness For 12-18 months: cut meatballs in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
