Allergen note
Borlotti beans are generally well-tolerated and not a common allergen. Introduce them mashed and in small amounts to monitor for rare individual reactions or digestive sensitivity.
How to serve
For infants over 8 months, mash 2-3 tablespoons of rinsed beans into a smooth paste. For toddlers, serve ¼ cup of soft, whole beans as a finger food or mixed into soups.
Preparation
Thoroughly rinse canned borlotti beans to reduce sodium, then cook until very soft and mash or puree them to prevent choking. Always ensure they are completely cooled before serving.
Texture and choking risk
Borlotti beans pose a choking risk if served whole; always mash or puree them thoroughly for infants and toddlers, and ensure close supervision during meals.
Starting ages are typical guidance for healthy, full-term babies who show signs of readiness. Your paediatrician may advise differently, especially where there is a family history of allergy.
Track first tastes and reactions
Log when your child first tries canned borlotti beans, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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