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Little bites, big adventures ✈️
🌍 Exploring the world through food
👶 Baby + family meals
💛 By Amara’s mum
One meal. Tiny tweaks. Less cooking.

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🇨🇳 FOOD PASSPORT STOP #04 — CHINA 🥟

STUFFED “BAO” IDLIS
Bao… but make it Amara-style! ❤️

Inspired by the idea of a soft steamed bao with a surprise inside, I took our familiar idli batter and gave it a little food-passport twist.

Not traditional bao — just our baby-friendly, India-meets-China interpretation of the stuffed steamed bun idea. 🌏

🥟 STUFFED “BAO” IDLIS Makes about 8–10 mini idlis

IDLI BASE • ½ cup idli batter • 2 tbsp fine suji • ¼ cup cooked mashed sweet potato • 1–2 tbsp water, if needed

Mix until thick but spoonable and rest for 10–15 minutes.

🥕 BABY FILLING • 3 tbsp finely grated carrot • 2 tbsp finely grated beetroot • 2 soft dates, pitted • 2 tbsp coconut cream or thick plain yogurt • Tiny pinch cardamom

Cook carrot + beetroot with 1–2 tbsp water until very soft. Add the dates and cook for another minute. Mash or blend with coconut cream and cardamom. Let it cool.

🌶️ FAMILY TWEAK Use the same filling and add: • ½ tsp grated ginger • Pinch of salt • Black pepper or chilli flakes to taste

TO STUFF Grease mini idli moulds → add a spoonful of batter → about ½ tsp filling → cover completely with more batter.

Steam for 8–10 minutes or until set. Rest for 2–3 minutes before removing.

🥜 CREAMY TOMATO-PEANUT DIP

BABY VERSION • 1 small tomato, cooked until soft • 1 tbsp smooth unsalted peanut butter • 2 tbsp thick plain yogurt • 1–2 tbsp water, as needed

Blend until smooth and creamy.

ADULT VERSION Start with the same dip and add: • ½ tsp sesame oil • ½ tsp soy sauce • ½ small garlic clove • Chilli oil/flakes to taste

We served ours with red dragon fruit for a fresh little side. ❤️

👶 AMARA’S VERDICT: Soft outside ✔️ Creamy surprise inside ✔️ Dip-worthy ✔️ Little Bao approved! 🥟💛

💛 NEED A TINY TWEAK?

Want to try this but need it
PEANUT-FREE
DAIRY-FREE
GLUTEN-FREE
NO-SPICE or adapted for your baby?

Comment what you need changed + your baby’s age, and I’ll suggest a version for your little plate. 👇

One meal. Tiny tweaks. Less cooking. 💛

Save this for your next idli-batter day — and send it to a parent who’s tired of making separate meals by @aroundwithamara

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20 days ago

🇪🇸 FOOD STOP #7: SPAIN — BABY GAZPACHO 🍅🥒

A cold little solution for hot teething days 🧊🦷
Fresh, creamy, no cooking & ready in 5 minutes!

👶🏻 BABY GAZPACHO | 1 small serving

🍅 ½ medium ripe tomato (~50 g)
🥒 ¼ small cucumber, peeled (~30 g)
🫑 2 tbsp chopped red bell pepper (~20 g)
🥛 2 tbsp plain full-fat yogurt (~30 g)
🫒 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
✨ Tiny pinch roasted cumin powder
💧 1–2 tbsp water, as needed

HOW TO MAKE IT 👇 Chop the tomato, cucumber & pepper → blend smooth → add yogurt, olive oil + cumin → blend again, adding a little water until creamy and spoonable.

Chill for 10–15 minutes and serve cool. ❄️

🍅 Got a little tangy-food lover?
Add 1 tbsp unsalted tomato purée for an extra tomato kick!

👨‍👩‍👧 MAKE IT FOR THE GROWN-UPS TOO! Take baby’s portion out first, then add: 🧄 ½ small garlic clove
🍋 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar
🧂 Salt + black pepper
🫒 Extra drizzle of olive oil
🌶️ Paprika/chilli if you like

Blend, chill & you’ve got lunch for both of you. 🙌🏼

👶🏻 Amara’s verdict: 8/10 ⭐

🤍 Little safety note: Serve from around 6M+ when baby is ready for solids, use pasteurised yogurt, adjust the texture for your little one & always supervise while eating.

📌 SAVE this for the next teething day & send it to a mama who needs a 5-minute meal idea!

Follow @aroundwithamara for more tiny food adventures around the world 🌍✈️

#BabyFoodIdeas #BabyRecipes #BabyLedWeaning #BLWRecipes BabyMeals Gazpacho TeethingBaby 6MonthsPlus BabyFoodInspiration AroundWithAmara by @aroundwithamara

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16 days ago

Little bites, big adventures 🌍✈️
Welcome to Around With Amara 💛 — where we explore the world through food, one tiny plate at a time.
👶 Baby-friendly
🍽️ Family-friendly
✨ One meal, tiny tweaks, less cooking
Because feeding baby shouldn’t always mean cooking twice. 🤍
Our food passport is ready… where should we eat next? 🌎👇
#AroundWithAmara #BabyFoodIdeas #FamilyMeals #BabyLedWeaning #FeedingBaby #BabyFriendlyRecipes #FamilyFood #BabyFoodJourney by @aroundwithamara

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21 days ago

🥔 Your baby HATES potatoes? Try THIS! ☁️👶

A mum challenged me to make potatoes irresistible for her little potato hater… CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! 😂💛

Meet our Fluffy Potato Paneer Clouds ☁️

Soft, creamy, packed with hidden veggies and made in the microwave! No cheese, no frying, no complicated cooking. 🙌

✨ SAVE this for your next baby meal!

🥣 Ingredients (9M+)

- 3 tbsp cooked mashed potato
- 3 tbsp grated paneer
- 2 tbsp finely grated carrot
- 1 tbsp cooked, finely chopped spinach (or tender moringa leaves)
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp oat powder
- Pinch of cumin

👩‍🍳 How to make:

1️⃣ Mix mashed potato, paneer, carrot, cooked greens, yogurt, oats and cumin.

2️⃣ Mash everything together until soft and combined.

3️⃣ Shape into little fluffy clouds or mini patties.

4️⃣ Place on a lightly greased microwave-safe plate and microwave for approximately 2–3 minutes, checking until fully cooked and set.

5️⃣ Cool, check for hot spots and serve soft! 💛

☁️ Mum hack: Paneer and yogurt make these creamy, while carrot adds natural sweetness to balance the potato flavour.

👶 No added salt. Make sure the texture is soft enough to mash between your fingers.

💬 Now I need YOUR help!

What's the ONE food your baby absolutely refuses to eat? 😂👇

COMMENT IT BELOW! I'll pick one and turn it into our next baby-friendly recipe challenge! 👩‍🍳💛

💛 Follow @aroundwithamara for creative baby meals, picky-eater ideas and easy family recipes.

One meal. Tiny tweaks. Less cooking. ✨

#BabyFoodIdeas #BabyLedWeaning #BabyRecipes #9MonthsBabyFood #PickyEaterMeals by @aroundwithamara

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2 days ago

POV: Your baby is eating better than you. 😂🍋

Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Velvet ✨

Sounds like a fancy restaurant dish? It's actually a ridiculously easy baby lunch!

🍋 Zesty lemon
🧄 Gentle garlic
🍗 Tender shredded chicken
🤍 A silky, creamy sauce — without any cream!

Soft, juicy, protein-packed and perfect for little foodies exploring new flavours. 👶💛

And yes, the grown-ups can eat this too!

💬 Comment “CHICKEN” and I'll send you the super-easy recipe!

📌 SAVE this for your next baby lunch.
👩‍🍳 FOLLOW @aroundwithamara for baby meals that don't need a separate kitchen!

One meal. Tiny tweaks. Less cooking. 💛

#BabyFoodRecipes #BabyLedWeaning #9MonthOldBaby #BabyLunchIdeas #ChickenForBaby BLWRecipes AroundWithAmara by @aroundwithamara

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3 days ago

👀 3 baby dishes. 1 took just 10 MINUTES! ⏱️

And no… it's probably NOT the one you're thinking! 🤭💗

Today's little plate has:
🍌 1 – A golden banana surprise
🥒 2 – A tiny veggie-loaded bite
🥣 3 – A creamy, comforting bowl

All homemade, baby-friendly and made with everyday ingredients! 💛

Can you guess which one took just 10 minutes?

👇 Comment 1, 2 or 3 and I'll send you the recipe!

💾 SAVE this for your next baby meal inspiration.
💕 SHARE with a mum who's always looking for quick baby food ideas!

Follow @aroundwithamara for easy baby meals, tiny food adventures & recipes the whole family can enjoy! 🌍

#BabyFoodIdeas #BabyLedWeaning #BabyMeals #9MonthOldBaby #10MonthOldBaby BabyFoodRecipes EasyBabyRecipes BLWIdeas IndianMomBlogger HealthyBabyFood AroundWithAmara by @aroundwithamara

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3 days ago

🚨 BABY FOOD CONFESSION TIME! 😂👇

You spent 30 minutes cooking.
You made it nutritious.
You even made it look cute.

Your baby? ONE BITE. Absolutely not. 🙃

Tell me I'm not alone! 😭

👇 What's the ONE food your baby refuses no matter how you serve it?

🥦 Broccoli?
🥚 Eggs?
🥑 Avocado?
🍚 Literally everything you cook? 😂

I'll try turning some of your answers into baby-friendly recipes! 👩‍🍳💛

Tag a mum who knows this struggle!

Follow @aroundwithamara for tiny meals, big adventures 🌍

#BabyFoodIdeas #BabyFoodStruggles #BLWMoms #MomLife #BabyLedWeaning by @aroundwithamara

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3 days ago

🧁 5 INGREDIENTS. NO FLOUR. NO BAKING POWDER. JUST SOFT LITTLE MUFFINS! 🍠🍐

Made these for Amara's breakfast today, and they turned out beautifully soft! 🥹💛

Sweet potato, carrot, pear, paneer and yogurt — that's it!

Naturally sweet, veggie-loaded and perfect for little hands exploring finger foods. And the best part? One bowl and barely any prep! 🙌

💬 Comment MUFFIN 🧁 if you want me to make a SAVOURY version next!

👩‍🍳 THE RECIPE

🍠 1 small sweet potato, boiled & mashed
🥕 1 small carrot, finely grated
🍐 ½ pear, grated
🤍 2–3 tbsp paneer, crumbled
🥄 2 tbsp plain yogurt

HOW TO MAKE:

1️⃣ Mash the sweet potato until smooth.

2️⃣ Add grated carrot, pear, crumbled paneer and yogurt.

3️⃣ Mix everything into a thick, scoopable mixture. If too wet, squeeze a little moisture from the grated pear.

4️⃣ Spoon into lightly greased muffin moulds.

5️⃣ Bake at 180°C for approximately 18–20 minutes, until lightly golden and set. Baking time depends on muffin size and moisture.

6️⃣ Let them cool, check the centres are cooked through, and serve soft pieces appropriate for your baby's eating skills! 💛

✨ No added sugar
✨ No baking powder
✨ Naturally sweet
✨ Easy breakfast or snack
✨ Baby-led weaning friendly when texture and serving size are appropriate

📌 SAVE this recipe for those mornings when you need something quick, nutritious and baby-approved!

💬 Now tell me — would your little one prefer a SWEET 🧁 or SAVOURY 🥦 muffin?

Follow @aroundwithamara for easy baby meals, tiny tweaks and big food adventures! 🌍💛

#BabyFoodIdeas #BabyLedWeaning #BabyMuffins #BLWRecipes #BabyBreakfast BabyFingerFoods SweetPotatoRecipes NoAddedSugar HomemadeBabyFood BabyFoodRecipes AroundWithAmara by @aroundwithamara

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3 days ago

🇹🇳 One base. Two plates. Just add TADKA! 🍳🔥

Why cook two meals when one can take your whole family to Tunisia? 🌍✈️

STOP 9: TUNISIA — SHAKSHUKA! 🍅

Soft eggs, juicy tomatoes and veggies for baby. A bold, spicy tadka for us!

👶 Amara's verdict: 9/10! ⭐

🍅 STEP 1: THE COMMON BASE

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3–4 eggs

Method:

1. Sauté onion in olive oil until soft.
2. Add bell peppers and tomatoes. Cook for 10–12 minutes until thick and saucy.
3. Remove a portion for baby before seasoning.

👶 STEP 2: BABY'S SHAKSHUKA

Add baby's portion to a small pan, make a well and crack in an egg. Cover and cook until fully set, including the yolk.

Mash or chop to suit baby's eating skills. Serve with soft bread strips! 💛

🌶️ STEP 3: ADULT TADKA MAGIC!

For the remaining base:

- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- Chilli flakes, salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)

Heat olive oil, add garlic and spices, and let them sizzle briefly without burning. Pour this aromatic tadka into the remaining tomato base and mix!

Make wells, crack in the remaining eggs, cover and cook to your liking.

Finish with parsley and enjoy with crusty bread! 🤤

✨ ONE MEAL. TINY TWEAKS. LESS COOKING.

📌 SAVE this for a family breakfast!
❤️ SHARE with a mum who's tired of cooking twice!

💬 Where should Amara travel next — MOROCCO 🇲🇦 or DENMARK 🇩🇰?

Follow @aroundwithamara for tiny bites and big adventures! 🌍💛

#AroundWithAmara #BabyLedWeaning #Shakshuka #BabyFoodIdeas #FamilyMeals BLWRecipes BabyBreakfast TunisianFood EasyFamilyMeals BabyRecipes by @aroundwithamara

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4 days ago

5 MINUTES. 1 POTATO. And THIS happened! 🥔😍

Who knew a boring boiled potato could turn into the cutest little baby snack? 💗💚

✨ Naturally pink & green
✨ No egg. No flour.
✨ Just 5-minute magic!

And Amara's reaction? 🥹💛

💬 Comment NEST and I'll send you the super easy recipe!

👀 TEAM PINK 💗 or TEAM GREEN 💚? Tell me below!

📌 SAVE this for your next snack emergency!
✈️ Follow @aroundwithamara for more tiny food adventures!

#BabyFoodIdeas #BabyFingerFoods #BabyLedWeaning #9MonthBabyFood #EasyBabySnacks IndianBabyFood BLWRecipes AroundWithAmara by @aroundwithamara

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4 days ago

Teething baby refusing food? 🦷❄️

Made this chilled fruity oat bowl for Amara today, and she absolutely loved it! 💛

🍊 Blended orange, banana and cucumber until smooth. 🥣 Added oat powder until thick and spoonable. 🍍 Topped with pineapple and strawberries. ⏱️ Microwaved for 4 minutes, until fully cooked. ❄️ Refrigerated and served cold!

A little fruity, a little creamy, and a refreshing change from regular porridge.

SAVE this for your next teething day! 💕

#BabyFoodIdeas #TeethingBaby #BabyLedWeaning #BabyRecipes #AroundWithAmara BabyBreakfast by @aroundwithamara

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5 days ago

I spend hours making fancy baby meals…

And her favourite? FRIED BAINGAN. 😭🍆

78% of you guessed correctly!

Apparently, the simplest things win. 😂

💬 Comment BAINGAN and I'll send you our ridiculously easy baby-friendly recipe!

Follow @aroundwithamara for tiny bites, big adventures! 💛

#AroundWithAmara #BabyFoodIdeas #IndianBabyFood #BabyLedWeaning #BLWIndia 9MonthOldMeals BabyFingerFoods BainganFry EasyBabyRecipes BabyMealIdeas WhatMyBabyEats DesiBabyFood BabyFoodInspiration RealMomLife MomLifeHumor by @aroundwithamara

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