Pearl barley
grain · suitable from around 6 months
Safety
- Choking risk: low
- Allergen:
How to serve
~6 months
smooth puree
Cook barley very soft and puree smooth.
~9 months
soft mash / soft pieces
Cook very soft and lightly mash, or stir through other food.
~12 months
small soft pieces
Serve soft cooked barley mixed through family meals.
Nutrition (per 100 g)
- Energy: 590 kJ
- Protein: 4.1 g
- Iron: 0.92 mg
- Calcium: 14 mg
- Zinc: 0.51 mg
- Vitamin C: 0 mg
Sources
- NHMRC — Infant Feeding Guidelines · Suitability and age guidance
- Raising Children Network — Raising Children Network · Texture and preparation guidance
General information, not medical advice.