How to warm MPASI so that the quality is maintained
Before serving to your little one, MPASI that is stored and frozen generally needs to be warmed up first. There are many ways to warm solids, from soaking them in hot water to using the microwave. However, what exactly is the the most appropriate way?
When preparing complementary foods for breast milk (MPASI) for your little one, to make it more practical and easier to serve, you may use the meal prep method or prepare a larger amount for further storage in the refrigerator or
i>freezer.
Well, so that the nutritional content and taste of the stored MPASI does not change when served to your little one, you need to know how to warm it properly.
This is how to warm solids
Not all types of MPASI that are stored need to be warmed before being served to your little one, Bun. For example, pure fruit that is stored in the freezer, only needs to be thawed in the refrigerator, then it can be given directly to the Little One.
However, the MPASI menu, which is made from rice, potatoes, vegetables, chicken, and fish, may feel sticky if consumed cold. Therefore, this type of solid food will taste better if it is warmed first.
Well, for that, you need to know how to warm the right MPASI, so that the nutrition, taste, and color of the food do not change. Here's how:
1. Thaw in the refrigerator
Pasi that is stored in the freezer and is in a frozen state can't be warmed right away, right, Bun. Put this food in the refrigerator or in a food warmer (microvawe) with defrost mode for about 24 hours.
Then after that, continue with the warming process. Keep in mind that food ingredients that have been thawed or go through the defrost process cannot be refrozen, yes.
2. Heat on the stove
After thawing, heat the solids on the stove over low heat. While heating the food, don't leave it, Bun. Stir the food so that the heat is evenly distributed and does not burn.
3. Heat with microwave
Besides using the stove, you can also how warm frozen solids with the microwave. This method is faster and more practical.
To do this, first transfer the frozen solids to a heat-resistant container. Then, turn on the microwave on high and set the time to 15 seconds. If you feel it is not evenly heated, stir the food and then heat it a little longer.
Well, for types of solid foods that contain high fat, such as meat and eggs, avoid heating methods with the microwavethis, bud, because it can trigger overheating. Both types of food are better if heated using a stove.
4. Wait a while until warm
After being heated on the stove or microwave, don't immediately give the food to your little one, OK. Wait a few moments until the temperature is warm. Mother can taste it first, to make sure the temperature of the food is right.
If your little one doesn't finish the warmed solids, the leftovers can't be frozen again, right, Bun. Throw away the leftovers.
Come on, apply the method of warming the solids as described above, so that the solids that your little one consumes are maintained for the quality, taste and nutrition. In addition, make sure you also do a good way of processing and storing solid food, as well as cleaning solid food equipment, okay.
If you're still confused about how to warm up solids or have questions about baby food, don't hesitate to consult a doctor.
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