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Recipe · 9–11 months

Soft idli fingers

Homestyle idli cut into strips — a first finger food many babies love to hold.

Soft, steamed, and easy to hold. Perfect when your baby is ready to try self-feeding. Use the idli you already make at home.

What you need • 1 fresh soft idli (plain, no spicy chutney)

How to serve it

  • Make sure the idli is soft and moist, not dry.
  • Cut into thick finger-sized strips.
  • Sit with your baby and let them hold and explore.
  • You can also mash a piece with a little warm water for spoon feeding.

A little tip: Skip salty or spicy sides. If the idli feels firm, sprinkle a few drops of warm water and wait a minute.

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