Soft Lamb & Apricot Patties with Sweet Potato Mash
A nutritious and flavorful meal perfect for babies and toddlers. These soft, easy-to-hold lamb patties are naturally sweetened with apricot and paired with a creamy sweet potato mash, offering a great introduction to new textures and flavors.
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1025 calories
$2 per serving
$25 min
4 servings
baby-toddler, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 200g lamb mince
- 300g sweet potato
- 30g unsulphured dried apricots
- 50g zucchini
- 1 tsp fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/4 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1.Peel and chop the sweet potato. Boil or steam for about 15 minutes until very tender.
- 2.While the potato cooks, very finely chop the dried apricots and finely grate the zucchini.
- 3.In a bowl, combine the lamb mince, grated zucchini, chopped apricots, optional mint, and cumin. Mix well with clean hands.
- 4.Shape the mixture into 8 small, flat patties. The mixture will be soft and easy for little ones to chew.
- 5.Heat the olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Gently cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked through and lightly browned.
- 6.Drain the cooked sweet potato and mash until smooth, adding a splash of water or breastmilk/formula if needed for the desired consistency.
- 7.Serve two warm patties with a portion of the sweet potato mash. Ensure food is cooled and broken into age-appropriate pieces before serving.
Nutrition Information
55g
fat
97g
carbs
12g
fiber
46g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is rich in iron and protein from lamb, essential for growth. Sweet potato provides vitamin A for vision and immune health, while apricots add natural sweetness and fiber for healthy digestion. A perfectly balanced meal for little ones.
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