Cauliflower Puree
Ingredients:
1. One cauliflower.
Cooking Method and Preparation:
1. Wash cauliflower under cold water.
2. Remove stalks and florets and soak in cold water for two minutes. Rinse under cool running water.
3. Chop the curd (flower) into small pieces; using just the florets if possible. This will give you a smoother and better tasting puree.
4. Put cauliflower into a medium saucepan with water. Bring water to a boil.
5. Reduce heat until bubbles are soft. Cook until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain, rinse with cool water for three minutes to stop cooking process.
6. Place it in a food processor or blender for pureeing.
7. Add water if necessary to achieve a smooth and thin consistency.
Nutrition Value of 400g of Cauliflower:
| 1. |
Vitamin A |
8ug |
| 2. |
Vitamin E |
0.8mg |
| 3. |
Vitamin B1 |
0.24mg |
| 4. |
Vitamin B2 |
0.45mg |
| 5. |
Niacin |
2.9mg |
| 6. |
Vitamin B6 |
0.92mg |
| 7. |
Folate |
376ug |
| 8. |
Biotin |
34ug |
| 9. |
Vitamin C |
324mg |
| 10. |
Dietary Fiber |
11.6g |
| 11. |
Potassium |
1640mg |
| 12. |
Calcium |
96mg |
| 13. |
Magnesium |
72mg |
| 14. |
Phosphorus |
272mg |
| 15. |
Copper |
0.2mg |
| 16. |
Manganese |
0.88mg |
| 17. |
Iron |
2.4mg |
| 18. |
Zinc |
2.4mg |
| 19. |
Molybdenum |
16ug |
Remarks of Cauliflower Puree:
Cauliflower is not suitable as the first food for baby as it can cause gas.
Cauliflower is rich in very minerals and vitamins like vitamin E, vitamin C, folate, iron and zinc. All these are beneficial for the healthy development of the growing babies.
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