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Traditional Banana Porridge

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Kerala's classic first spoon — raw Nendran banana cooked into a smooth, filling porridge.

Prep 2 min  ·  Cook 5–6 min  ·  Serves 1 baby portion  ·  Age Suitable from 6 months of age

Energy-dense first food

Raw Nendran banana is a starchy, energy-giving food that also provides potassium — one reason it has long been a filling first spoon in Kerala.

Source: ICMR–National Institute of Nutrition, Indian Food Composition Tables (2017)

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Raw Nendran Banana Cereal
  • 150 ml Water (or expressed breast milk / formula — not cow’s milk under 1 year)

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Feeding bowl

Method

  1. Whisk Whisk 2 tbsp of Raw Nendran Banana Cereal into 150 ml water until smooth and lump-free.
  2. Cook 5–6 minutes Cook the porridge on a low flame for approximately 5–6 minutes, stirring continuously, before serving.
  3. Cool & serve Cool to a safe temperature, check on your wrist, and serve fresh.

Serving

Serve warm and freshly made. Cook for the full 5–6 minutes for the best texture.

Storage

Best served fresh.

Why parents like it

  • Energy-giving
  • Traditional Kerala recipe
  • No added sugar

Gentle tips

  • Cook for approximately 5–6 minutes before serving.
  • Adjust consistency with a little more liquid for younger babies.

Made with Raw Nendran Banana Cereal.

Suitable from 6 months of age as part of complementary feeding. Always cool food to a safe temperature and consult your pediatrician about your baby’s individual needs.

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