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Smoked salmon trim

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Smoked salmon trim — prep card

Category: proteinChoking risk: lowProtein-richAllergens: Fish

6–8 months

Cook the smoked salmon trim until fully tender, then shred it into fine flakes or offer as finger-length strips that are easy to grasp. Remove any tough skin or bones and ensure the fish is moist. You can serve it on its own or mixed into mashed avocado or yoghurt to help bind it together.

9–11 months

Continue to offer cooked smoked salmon trim in shreds, flakes, or small soft bites that your baby can pick up with developing pincer grasp. Check very carefully for any small bones before serving. You can mix the flaked fish into scrambled eggs, pasta, or offer it alongside soft vegetables.

12–24 months

Serve smoked salmon trim in small bites or thin strips, ensuring it stays moist to prevent dry edges that are harder to chew. Continue to check for bones and offer it alongside familiar foods such as cream cheese on toast, in a simple fishcake, or mixed into grain bowls. Keep portions small due to sodium content.

Nutrition highlights

Smoked salmon trim is rich in high-quality protein, which supports growth and development. It also provides omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA, which are important for brain and eye development. However, smoked salmon tends to be high in sodium, so it should be offered sparingly as part of a varied diet.

Allergen information

Fish is a common allergen, and smoked salmon trim should be introduced carefully as part of allergen exposure. Offer a small amount at first and watch for signs of a reaction, such as hives, vomiting, or difficulty breathing.

Always supervise meals. Adjust textures to your baby's stage. Medical questions belong with your health professional. Source: babyledweaningfoods.com/foods/smoked-salmon-trim