From the very beginning of baby-led weaning, aromatic herbs can add extra flavor to many recipes. These seasonings will allow your baby to discover new tastes!
Introducing aromatic herbs into baby's diet
As you now know, it is strongly advised against baby food Aromatic herbs and spices will become your best allies your little one's meals
After discovering the true taste of food in its raw form, aromatic herbs can bring a whole new flavor to food alone or in gourmet recipes.
The added bonus of aromatic herbs? They are true natural flavor enhancers that will further develop your little one's taste buds
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Which aromatic herbs should I introduce to my baby?
All aromatic herbs can be offered to your baby throughout the weaning process. However, it is still recommended to season your baby's meals with or frozen herbs . Unlike dried herbs, these retain a wonderful flavor !
Here are some ideas for aromatic herbs to introduce to your baby:
- Parsley herb that everyone has in their kitchen. Its mild flavor blends perfectly into all dishes.
- Basil both sweet and savory dishes.
- Mint for freshness in summer. Its slightly minty and peppery flavor will tantalize baby's taste buds on summer days.
- Coriander is a herb that's either a hit or a miss. Its slightly aniseed or lemony flavor is quite distinctive. Will the baby like it ?
- Thyme is the true emblem of Provençal cuisine. Its very pronounced aroma will undoubtedly make all the difference .
- Oregano is the essential herb in Italian cuisine. Its delicious aroma is sure to transport your baby's taste buds to Italy .
- Rosemary and its Provençal flavor will surprise baby's taste buds. This aromatic herb is sure to add a touch of zest to BLW BLW .
- Tarragon, with its aniseed and peppery flavor, is sure to tantalize the taste buds of the whole family. Combined with coriander, these two aromatic herbs make a winning combination!
- Chives herb . This seasoning will add a touch of freshness to meals for the whole family.
- Herbes de Provence are generally composed of thyme, basil, rosemary, and oregano. A lovely blend of aromatic herbs that is sure to impress.
Aromatic herbs and their flavor combinations
Certain foods, in particular, pair perfectly with certain aromatic herbs. These different combinations create truly unique culinary experiences, offering an explosion of flavors in the mouth.
Discover these tasty combinations in baby food recipes now.
Parsley herb that pairs most easily with everything. Meats, fish, vegetables, omelets, etc. This seasoning adds a touch of green to cod balls .
Basil , with its sweet, summery flavor, pairs well with both savory foods like white meat, fish, squash, and tomato, and sweet foods like strawberries, melon, and orange. Introduce your baby to the delicious combination of this aromatic herb with fruit by offering them this recipe for strawberry, ricotta, and basil tartlets .
Mint both sweet and savory foods. You can awaken your baby's taste buds by combining this fresh herb with zucchini, peas, apples, peaches, strawberries, or even goat cheese. A pea and mint spread is perfect for appetizers in the sunshine!
The distinctive flavor of coriander pairs perfectly with autumn vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and butternut squash. But that's not all; this aromatic herb also adds a delicious flavor to lentils, fish, and white meats. This carrot and feta rösti is perfect for introducing coriander to your baby.
Thyme is the aromatic herb to use to flavor sun-ripened vegetables, potatoes, sweet potatoes, as well as lentils and chicken. You can introduce this aromatic herb to your baby with this cherry tomato tartlet recipe.
Oregano , with its delicious flavor, pairs perfectly with red meat dishes. It's the herb to use for grilled vegetables, soups, gratins, and all kinds of Italian dishes! Take your baby's taste buds on a journey with this Italian cracker recipe .
The flavor of rosemary, reminiscent of holidays in Provence, pairs wonderfully with meals featuring zucchini, parsnips, carrots, oranges, peaches, apricots, and both white and red meats. Apricot and Roquefort cheese cakes are a perfect way to introduce your baby to this aromatic herb.
Tarragon , with its distinctive aroma, pairs well with omelets, poultry, and fish. It also complements vegetables like carrots, eggplant, and zucchini, as well as fruits such as pineapple, kiwi, melon, and peach. You can introduce this aromatic herb to your baby by offering them this quinoa and bulgur salad with carrots .
Chives will add freshness to meals of cooked vegetables, soups, or all kinds of salads (pasta, potatoes, quinoa, bulgur, etc.). Chives are a wonderful complement to fromage blanc to create a delicious homemade sauce. A recipe for lemon and salmon madeleines will introduce your baby to this aromatic herb.
Herbes de Provence will enhance dishes for the whole family, whether they feature sun-ripened vegetables or meat. This aromatic herb also pairs perfectly with cheese. The herbs de Provence in this recipe for breaded zucchini with goat cheese will tantalize your baby's taste buds.
What are you waiting for to surprise your baby's taste buds with brand new flavors? Aromatic herbs add a little something extra to baby-led weaning recipes.
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