Papaya  is  called the “Fruit of the angels ” and papaya puree for baby is one of the quickest food that can be done in a jiffy .

When Can I give Papaya to my Baby?

Papaya can be given to babies from 6 months after having introduced other fruits Apple, Pear has been given to the baby.

How to select Papaya?

Select a papaya that is yellowish green in color and allow them to ripen in counter.

As soon as they are ripe, use them as they may rot faster than expected.

Nutritional Benefits of Papaya for Babies

• It is rich in Vitamin C and A and antioxidants.
• They are rich in Fiber.
• It helps in digestion and prevents constipation.
• They are rich in minerals and potassium, magnesium and copper.

How to make Papaya Puree for Babies?

Ingredients

• 1/2 Cup ripe papaya chunks
• Water as required

Method

1. A baby would require half fruit for one serving.
2. Peel the skin and remove the seeds
3. Chop them into cubes.
4. Either Mash them with fork or blend it to a puree.
5. They taste great if combined with banana.

You may want to steam the papaya if your baby has a week digestion. Generally ripe papaya is pureed directly using a blender without steaming. Initially try feeding papaya puree in a small amount and you may increase the quantity later on.

How to make Papaya Puree for Baby ?

Papaya is a delicious fruit with many health benefits. It is rich in Vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. It aids digestion and boosts immunity. Papaya can be introduced to a baby's diet after 6 months of age. Select a ripe papaya which is yellow in color and is firm from outside. You may want to steam the papaya if your baby has a week digestion. Generally ripe papaya is pureed directly using a blender without steaming. Initially try feeding papaya puree in a small amount and you may increase the quantity later on.

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Course: Puree

Cuisine: Indian

Author: Hemapriya

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup ripe papaya chunks
• Water as required

Instructions

• Select a fresh ripe papaya with a firm outer skin and yellow color. Peel and de-seed it. Cut it into chunks .
• Transfer the papaya chunks to a blender and pulse to get a puree. You may add little water and adjust the puree as per desired
• consistency.