Soft Zucchini Stir-fry (No Salt Shrimp Paste) for Baby
[Baby Food] Easy Zucchini Stir-fry Without Salted Shrimp Paste
Here’s how to make a delicious zucchini stir-fry without using salted shrimp paste. This baby-friendly dish is incredibly tasty, even when quickly sautéed with just onions. Perfect for little ones!
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 medium zucchini (approx. 100g)
- 10g onion (about 1/8 of a small onion)
Seasoning & Oil
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce (use low-sodium baby soy sauce if available)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp brown rice oil or vegetable oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp soy sauce (use low-sodium baby soy sauce if available)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp brown rice oil or vegetable oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the zucchini thoroughly. Cut it in half lengthwise, then into quarters, and finally slice it into approximately 0.5cm thick half-moons or bite-sized pieces suitable for a baby. Peel the onion and thinly slice it into fine shreds.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of brown rice oil or your preferred vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over low heat. Add the 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, being careful not to burn it, as burnt garlic can taste bitter.
Step 3
Once the garlic is aromatic, add the prepared zucchini to the pan. Increase the heat to medium and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until the zucchini begins to look slightly translucent.
Step 4
When the zucchini is partially cooked, add the thinly sliced onion. Continue to stir-fry for another minute until the onion softens and releases its sweetness.
Step 5
To prevent sticking and burning, pour 3 tablespoons of water into the pan, preferably along the sides. This steaming effect will help the zucchini and onion cook through to a tender, moist consistency.
Step 6
Once the vegetables are tender, add 0.5 Tbsp of soy sauce and mix well to combine. Ensure you are using a low-sodium soy sauce suitable for babies and adjust the amount to your baby’s taste.
Step 7
When the zucchini is fully cooked and soft, turn off the heat. Stir in 1 Tbsp of sesame oil and a pinch of toasted sesame seeds. Give it a final gentle toss. Avoid overcooking at this stage, as the zucchini can become mushy. Serve the finished stir-fry in your baby’s bib or toddler bowl.
