Ground steak triangles with pomegranate and chives (sesame-free) A sesame-free recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months with allergies. Made with ground steak, pomegranate and chives. SAFETY: all ingredients are guaranteed sesame-free.
🍽️ 60 g ground steakAlternative: red beans 🍽️ 80 g turnipAlternative: peas 🍽️ 50 g chiaAlternative: rice cake 🍽️ 30 g pomegranateAlternative: watermelon 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g chivesAlternative: rosemary 🍽️ 1 piece eggAlternative: 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 ground steak, pomegranate and chives. SAFETY: all ingredients are guaranteed sesame-free.
Difficulty Finger food 12-36 mois Sans sesame Little dishes, big smiles!
195 kcal
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CHECK that ALL ingredients bear the Sesame-Free label Cook the ground steak in a little water until tender (10 min) Cut the turnip into regular 1.5 cm cubes Soak the chia seeds in water (10 min) Extract pomegranate seeds (remove all white pith) Wash and finely chop the chives 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 Do not leave tough turnip skin Always remove all white pith from pomegranate seeds 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: turnip should be melting-tender KEEP PACKAGING of sensitive products to prove sesame-free Check LABELS even for 'obvious' products (e.g. chia packs sometimes share lines with sesame) Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mince the cooked steak in a large bowl Add the turnip mashed into a smooth purée Fold in the soaked chia and pomegranate seeds Add the binder (egg) Pour in the olive oil and half of the chives Mix with a wooden spoon Adjust the texture (rice flour if too sticky) Shape the triangles with oiled hands Place on a tray 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the triangles leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 18 min Check cooking halfway through Remove when triangles are golden Let cool 3-4 min Test the temp with a finger: warm Serve immediately 4
Prepare a fresh pomegranate seed garnish Arrange the warm triangles on baby's plate Add small pomegranate seeds around (no white pith) Show how to pick up the triangles 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 triangles too big: max 5 cm 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 flat triangles for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger triangles 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 all white pith from pomegranate before serving Do not leave baby alone Do not put too many pomegranate seeds Do not reheat several times NEVER add an ingredient with hidden sesame Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pomegranate adds color and antioxidants 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 Ground steak triangles with pomegranate and chives (sesame-f
