Veggie, Scrambled Egg Hash For Baby Led Weaning

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Scrambled Egg Recipe for Baby Led Weaning

Scrambled egg hash is a nutritious meal option perfect for both parents and babies exploring the world of baby-led weaning, suitable from 6 months of age. This simple dish combines scrambled eggs with a medley of finely diced vegetables like carrot, onion, and potato, offering a balance of proteins, b vitamins, and minerals essential for your little one's growth and development.

The soft texture of the scrambled eggs and tender vegetables make it easy for babies to grasp and explore independently, encouraging their self-feeding skills. Quick to prepare for those busy mornings, at breakfast time. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this breakfast scramble is a great recipe for the whole family and for busy parents looking to introduce their picky eater to a variety of flavours and nutrients.

Easy Swaps For Dairy Free Babies

To make this recipe dairy-free, a simple swap would be to replace the mature cheddar cheese with a vegan cheese of your choice. Vegan cheeses nowadays come in a variety of flavours and textures, making it easy to find one that suits your preferences.

By opting for a vegan cheese alternative, you can still enjoy the deliciously cheesy aspect of the dish while accommodating a dairy-free diet. Additionally, this swap allows those with lactose intolerance or following a plant-based diet to savour the recipe without compromising on taste or texture.

Swap out the unsalted butter for a dairy free alternative such as a dairy free spread, olive oil or avocado oil.

Easy Swaps For Vegan Babies

Try substituting an equal amount of tofu to replace the egg, this is a great way to create a tofu scramble. Tofu can be easily mashed or blended into dishes, providing a plant-based alternative to eggs.

Additionally, replacing mature cheddar cheese with a tablespoon of nutritional yeast not only adds a cheesy flavour but also offers a good source of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants without the use of dairy products. Making these easy swaps can help create a great option to this scrambled egg hash recipe.

Why You Should Include Eggs In Your Babies Diet

When it comes to providing a well-rounded diet for your baby, including eggs in mealtimes can offer a variety of important benefits. Eggs are a great source of high-quality protein, essential for growth and development in infants. They also contain vital nutrients such as iron, vitamin D, and choline, which are crucial for brain development and overall health.

Introducing eggs early on can help expand your baby's palate and establish healthy eating habits from a young age. Overall, incorporating eggs into your baby's diet can be a simple yet effective way to ensure they are getting the necessary nutrients for optimal growth and development.

What Should I Do If My Baby Has A Reaction To Egg?

Egg allergies are a common allergen. If your baby has a reaction to eggs, it's essential to stay calm and act promptly. The first step is to assess the severity of the reaction. If your baby is experiencing mild symptoms such as hives or a rash, you can provide comfort measures like gently washing the affected area and offering plenty of fluids.

However, if your baby shows signs of a severe allergic reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or vomiting, seek immediate medical attention by calling emergency services or visiting the nearest hospital.

It's crucial to communicate with your health visitor/GP about the reaction and follow their advice on future steps regarding your baby's diet and potential allergies.

Ingredient information

Unsalted butter - Using unsalted butter in recipes for baby-led weaning (BLW) is recommended to give you more control over the amount of salt in your baby's diet. Babies' kidneys are not fully developed to process large amounts of sodium, so it's important to limit their salt intake. By opting for unsalted butter, you can introduce fats and flavours without the added salt content. This way, you can gradually introduce your baby to different tastes and textures while ensuring they consume a healthy amount of salt suitable for their developing bodies.

Egg - When considering whether you should use free-range eggs for their babies starting at 6 months old, it's essential to weigh the benefits and potential risks. Free-range eggs are often touted as being more nutritious due to the hens' varied diet and access to open spaces. The nutritional content of these eggs may offer a healthful option for babies as they begin to diversify their diets. However, it's crucial to ensure that the eggs are fresh, properly cooked, and sourced from reliable suppliers to minimise the risk of illnesses, especially for young children with developing immune systems.

Potato - Introducing potatoes into your baby's diet for Baby-Led Weaning (BLW), it's generally safe to do so once your little one is around 6 months old. Potatoes are a versatile and nutritious option for babies to explore different tastes and textures. You can offer cooked and mashed potatoes or even small, soft potato wedges as a suitable finger food. Just be mindful of any family history of allergies and ensure that the potatoes are cooked thoroughly to a soft consistency to minimise the risk of choking hazards.

Carrot - In Baby-Led Weaning (BLW), carrots can typically be introduced around 6-8 months of age once your baby has shown readiness for solid foods. Grating carrots can be a suitable way to offer this nutritious vegetable to your baby during BLW. By grating the carrot, you can make it easier for your little one to manipulate and consume, reducing the risk of choking. Just ensure that the carrot is cooked until soft to further minimise any choking hazards.

Red onion - When it comes to introducing solid foods to your baby through Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) at 6 months old, onions can be a nutritious addition to their diet. Onions are rich in essential nutrients and are a versatile ingredient in various dishes. However, it's essential to ensure that the onions are cooked until they are soft and cut into small, manageable pieces to prevent any choking hazards. Always monitor your baby closely when serving them onions or any new food to watch for any allergies or adverse reactions.

Cheese - It's recommended to introduce milder cheeses or soft cheese spreads initially and gradually transition to more mature varieties as the baby grows older.

Parsley - Fresh parsley is generally considered safe for babies to consume once they are ready to start solid foods, typically around 6 months of age. However, it is essential to introduce parsley gradually and observe for any signs of allergies or digestive issues. Parsley is a nutrient-dense herb that can be a flavourful addition to your baby's meals, providing vitamins like vitamin K and vitamin C.

Serving suggestion

The Scrambled egg hash would be great served with sweet potato wedges, baked skin on fries or courgette fries. Fresh fruit such as grated apple and grated pear would be great to serve from 6 months old.

This recipe is great as a stand alone meal too, you could double or triple the recipe to make the recipe into a great family meal.

Try adding in mashed black beans or mashed kidney beans for added protein and texture.

Storage instructions

The hash can be kept in the fridge in airtight containers or a freezer-bag for up to 3 days in the fridge. Or you can freeze the hash in a freezer bag or an airtight container for up to 3 months. Which is great as you will always have a lunch, dinner or snack in the freezer ready to be defrosted for a quick meal or snack.

If you prefer to batch cook, you could freeze in a muffin tin so that you have individual portions ready to go, instead of a freezer bag or airtight container.

If you want to defrost the best way to do this is to take the hash out of the freezer, and leave in the fridge overnight until fully thawed.

If you want to reheat the hash you will need to heat in the oven on 180C or 350F for 5 minutes.

Once reheated the hash will not be able to be frozen again.

Equipment used to help with this recipe

Frying pan - I love the non-stick surface of this particular frying pan and it’s suitable for all types of hob.

Saucepan - So many pan sets out there but I particularly like to use pans with a non-stick surface for ease of cleaning and ones that are suitable for different types of hob surface.

Grater - I like a stainless steel grater and this one comes with two grater plates and a secure, snap on lid so you can directly store leftover grated food in the fridge.

Recipe | Veggie, Scrambled Egg Hash For Baby Led Weaning

Ingredients

Makes 1 portion

• 1.5 teaspoons unsalted butter

• 1 medium egg

• 1 small potato

• 50g finely grated carrot

• 15g red onion, diced

• 15g cheddar cheese, grated

• 5g fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

• Start by peeling your potato, place in a pan of boiling water and cook whole for at least 15 minutes until cooked through. Once cooked, drain and set aside in a small bowl, leave to cool and cut into small bite sized pieces.

• Place 1 teaspoon of the butter in a medium non-stick pan and melt on a medium heat.

• Add in the grated carrot and the onion, turn down the heat slightly and cook on a low heat for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

• Add in the rest of the butter (1/2 teaspoon) and melt in the pan. Add in the diced potato and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.

• Crack the egg into the pan (no need to beat beforehand) and add in the cheese. Mix the egg mixture together using a spatula (I find the easiest) until the egg is cooked through.

• Serve once cooled slightly.

Hope you and your family enjoy!

Recipe notes

Sweet potatoes can be used instead of white potatoes for this recipe, you can also use onion powder instead of the red onion too or both.

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