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Makhana/Lotus seeds Porridge for Babies during Travel

Published: July 23, 2014 | Last Updated on: May 20, 2023 | by Dr Hemapriya

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Introducing Makhana Porridge for Babies: A Nutritious and Travel-Friendly No Cook Recipe 

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Introducing Makhana Porridge for Babies: A Nutritious and Travel-Friendly No Cook Recipe
How to make Makhana Porridge for babies?
Nutritional benefits of Makhana/ Lotus seeds for Babies
Makhana/Lotus seeds Porridge for Babies
Ingredients
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Are you looking for an easy-to-make, no cook recipe that’s perfect for feeding your baby while traveling? We’ve got you covered! After receiving numerous requests from our readers, we’re excited to share this delicious Makhana Porridge or Makhana Kheer (Lotus Seeds Porridge) recipe for your babies, which is not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to prepare.

Lotus seeds, also known as Makhana, are highly beneficial for babies, packed with essential nutrients. This homemade Makhana Porridge powder is a convenient option to carry during travel, ensuring that your little one gets a healthy meal on the go. Remember to always follow the 3 Day Rule, gradually introducing new foods to your baby’s diet.

Join us as we explore the world of Makhana Porridge, offering a nutritious and travel-friendly solution for your baby’s mealtime. Don’t miss out on this fantastic recipe suggested by one of our readers, Nidhi Sinha. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will delight both you and your little one.

How to make Makhana Porridge for babies?

Makhana Lotus seeds porridge for babies

For Makhana Porridge for Babies:

  • 100 gms of Makhana
  • 1 teaspoon of organic jaggery (for sweet version, suitable for babies above 1 year)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of jeera (for savory version)

Makhana porridge is a nutritious and suitable option for babies. To prepare a sweet version suitable for babies above 1 year, add 1 teaspoon of organic jaggery. For a savory option, include 1/2 teaspoon of jeera.

Method

1. Makhana seeds, available at most grocery stores, should be chosen without any added ingredients.

makhana lotus seeds porridge
 

2. When purchasing makhana seeds from a grocery store, ensure they have no added ingredients and appear free from any signs of infestation or damage.
makhana lotus seeds porridge

3. Dry roast the makhana seeds until they turn a golden brown color.
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makhana lotus seeds porridge

4. Grind the roasted makhana seeds into a powder.

makhana lotus seeds porridge

5. Sieve the ground makhana seeds to obtain a fine powder

makhana lotus seeds porridge

6. Store the powdered makhana seeds in an airtight container.

7. When needed, take 2 tablespoons of the powdered makhana seeds and mix it with 30 ml of warm water until smooth and free of lumps. Serve immediately

8. For older babies, you can enhance the taste by adding a pinch of salt and jeera powder to the mixture.

 

Based on feedback from my Facebook page fans, it appears that many babies prefer a more flavorful taste. To address this, you can try the following variations:

 

  • For the savory version, add a pinch of jeera or ajwain powder to enhance the taste.
  • For the sweet version, for babies under one year, consider adding fruit purees. For toddlers, a spoonful of jaggery syrup can be added to provide a sweeter taste.

To offer your baby a variety of Makhana Porridges, you can try out these delicious combinations suitable for makhana porridge for babies:

  1. Banana Makhana Cereal: Mash a ripe banana and mix it with powdered Makhana to create a creamy and nutritious cereal for makhana porridge.
  2. Organic Makhana Wheat Dalia Porridge Mix: Combine powdered Makhana with wheat dalia (broken wheat) to prepare a wholesome and nutritious porridge mix suitable for makhana porridge for babies.
  3. Organic Makhana Kheer: Make a traditional kheer (pudding) by cooking powdered Makhana with milk, jaggery or sweetener of choice, and flavoring it with cardamom or other spices, creating a tasty makhana porridge for babies.

These variations will add flavor and nutritional value to the makhana porridge for babies, making it more enjoyable for your little one.

Nutritional benefits of Makhana/ Lotus seeds for Babies

Makhana, also known as lotus seeds, offers several nutritional benefits for babies. Here are some key points about the nutritional benefits of Makhana/Lotus seeds:

  1. Energy: 100 gms of Makhana yields approximately 350 calories, providing a good amount of energy for babies.
  2. Protein: Makhana is a good source of protein. One ounce (approximately 28 grams) of lotus seeds contains about 5 grams of protein, which is beneficial for growth and development.
  3. Magnesium: Makhana is rich in magnesium, an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in bone development, nerve function, and maintaining a healthy immune system.
  4. Potassium: Makhana is a good source of potassium, which is important for maintaining proper hydration, supporting healthy heart function, and regulating blood pressure.
  5. Phosphorus: Makhana is also a good source of phosphorus, an essential mineral that is necessary for healthy bone and teeth development.

Overall, including Makhana in a baby’s diet can provide valuable nutrients such as protein, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus, contributing to their overall growth and development.

Makhana porridge is a wonderful way to introduce the nutritional benefits of Makhana to babies. By incorporating powdered Makhana into porridge, you can provide a soft and easily digestible meal for your little one. Makhana porridge for babies offers a combination of protein, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus, which are essential for their growth and development. It can be prepared in various delicious variations, such as adding fruit purees for natural sweetness or introducing subtle spices for flavor. Makhana porridge is a nutritious option to include in your baby’s diet, promoting their overall well-being and providing them with the necessary nutrients for healthy growth.

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Makhana/Lotus seeds Porridge for Babies

This makhana porridge or makhana kheer is an ideal food for travel as only hot water is required to add to the powder to make porridge
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Porridge/Health Powder
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes minutes
Servings: 1
Author: Hemapriya

Ingredients

  • 100 gm of Makhana
  • 1 teaspoon of jaggery for sweet version for toddlers
  • 1/2 teaspoon of jeera powder or cumin powder for savory version

Instructions

  • Cut the makhana into half to check for worms
  • Dry roast the makhana till nice aroma arises
  • Let them cool
  • Powder it in a blender
  • Sieve till a fine powder is obtained.
  • When needed, to a 2 tablespoon of powder add 30 ml of warm water , mix without lumps and serve.

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Comments

  1. Dr. Sarah Ahmed says

    July 9, 2020 at 4:18 pm

    Can we add formula milk to it.

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      July 13, 2020 at 7:01 pm

      Hi,

      You can add formula after preparing the porridge. But it’s better to give as it is, as baby should also be getting used to the other tastes 🙂

      Reply
      • anjali says

        February 10, 2023 at 3:27 pm

        mine has a very roasty smell (not burnt) is that ok? baby didnt like the taste when mixed with pear puree

        Reply
        • Hema says

          March 31, 2023 at 7:23 am

          Hi Anjali,

          While roasting please make sure that it’s not burnt, it’s okay if it’s roasted well. You can try adding other fruit purees or dates puree to enhance the taste.

          Reply
  2. Sachi says

    February 17, 2020 at 4:56 am

    For how long I can store the makhana powder and brown rice cereal powder in air tight container? Thanks

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      February 18, 2020 at 12:19 pm

      Hi,

      The mentioned products can be refrigerated in a airtight container for 4 to 6 months.

      Reply
  3. Fahira says

    August 10, 2018 at 3:45 pm

    Hello Dr, is it suitable for my 11 month old’s dinner?!

    Reply
    • pr says

      August 10, 2018 at 5:57 pm

      Hi Fahira,
      You can dear, please make sure to introduce a little and follow 3 day rule.

      Reply
  4. Khushboo Agarwal says

    August 9, 2018 at 3:39 pm

    Hi , Can we add formula milk /cow milk in place of hot water?
    And can we add apple puree to sweeten the porridge .
    my daughter is 9 month sold

    Reply
    • pr says

      August 9, 2018 at 4:52 pm

      Hi Khushboo,
      Please don’t add cow’s milk in baby’s diet before 1 year. Yes dear, You can add fruit purees or dates powder to sweeten the porridge.

      Reply
  5. Ekta says

    September 11, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    5 stars
    3 day rule means.?? I have given dis to my 6 month old baby. . He easily eat

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      September 19, 2017 at 8:15 am

      It means, if there are any allergies or discomfort, usually baby gives signal in first 3 days of feeding new food. If your baby liked it then there is nothing to worry about. Also during those 3 days avoid introducing another new food.

      Reply
  6. isha sinha says

    September 5, 2017 at 9:20 am

    5 stars
    Wow
    Tq for the recipe

    Reply
    • Prashanthi says

      June 24, 2018 at 2:52 pm

      What is lotus seeds?

      Reply
      • pr says

        August 9, 2018 at 5:04 pm

        Hi Prashanthi,
        makhana are a part of the lotus flower, these lotus seeds are also called as fox nuts.They are an extremely good source of manganese, potassium, magnesium, thiamin, protein and phosphorus.

        Reply
  7. Shefali A. says

    June 27, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    Hi, can we add formula to makhana porridge?

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      June 29, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      If you are only feeding formula to the baby, then yes it can be added.

      Reply
  8. Sapna says

    March 30, 2017 at 11:53 pm

    Does makhana case constipation in babies?

    Reply
    • Sapna says

      March 30, 2017 at 11:54 pm

      *cause

      Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      May 7, 2017 at 3:53 pm

      No it usually doesn’t. You can feed less if the baby is uneasy because of that.

      Reply
  9. Diya says

    October 22, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    Please tell if the seeds must be washed

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      October 24, 2016 at 5:58 pm

      Hi,

      No need to wash the seeds

      Reply
  10. sirisha says

    August 25, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    5 stars
    hi hema ,
    your recipes are very good. My son is now running out 10 months . He is not at all interested in eating fruits. i am worried about him. Will there be any other supplements. i tried mixing in porridges, but no use.

    Reply
  11. Nikhila says

    August 11, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    How many days can this powder be stored?

    Reply
  12. Sarita says

    August 5, 2016 at 6:37 am

    sry replace water with formula. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Sarita says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Hema,

    Thanks a lot for the wonderful receipes.

    I have to ask if i can replace formula with water.

    Reply
  14. Prerna says

    July 8, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    Hi hema.

    Can i add fruits to it to sweeten it up?

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      July 9, 2016 at 8:30 am

      Yes you can add Prerna 🙂

      Reply
  15. Prerna says

    July 8, 2016 at 3:14 pm

    Hi hema….

    I will be soon traveling with my 7 months old baby…..it is going to be a long 14hour journey nd the first for her. Can I give it to her while travelling…..also she do not like the bland taste…can i add fruits?

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      July 9, 2016 at 9:14 am

      Yes you can prerna

      Reply
  16. Shalini Bai says

    July 7, 2016 at 3:40 pm

    Dr.Hemapriya

    Kindly note that i couldn’t find the readymade Lotus seeds Porridge in your website for me to buy could you please look into it and reply me ASAP.

    Thanks

    Reply
  17. Deepika says

    April 20, 2016 at 4:51 pm

    How else can Lotus seeds be given to toddlers? I made a jar of Lotus seeds powder but my toddler doesn’t like porridge. How else can I add it to his diet?

    Reply
  18. aradhnajain says

    August 3, 2015 at 6:21 pm

    hello
    can v roast den in microwave n
    can i give dis to my 14 months baby.

    thks

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      August 4, 2015 at 9:08 am

      Hi Aradhana,

      You can roast it with little ghee in kadai and give your baby

      Reply
  19. KeashikA says

    February 11, 2015 at 7:12 pm

    Can this be given to 6 month old baby?

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      February 11, 2015 at 8:52 pm

      Yes you can give but only after you have given the first foods and please follow the 3 day rule for this food too

      Reply
  20. Sravanthi says

    September 21, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    Thanks for the recipe! It will be very handy. Where can we buy these lotus seeds? Any online stores?

    Reply
    • Dr Hemapriya says

      September 22, 2014 at 9:58 am

      Hai, Sravanthi, The lotus seeds will be available in all kirana stores, or you can check big retailers like food bazar etc. I searched for online stores, afraid it is not available online.

      Reply

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