Piletina s povrćem i domaći njoki od batata za djecu

For the recipe in English, click here.

Kada imate malu djecu, priprema obroka koji je istovremeno zdrav, ukusan i pogodan za male ruke zna biti pravi izazov. Ovaj recept za piletinu u umaku od povrća s domaćim njokima od batata s jajima savršeno balansira te kriterije. Idealan je za zajednički obiteljski ručak i odličan izbor i za bebe koje već jedu krutu hranu (BLW-pristup).

Sastojci:

Piletina s povrćem:

• 4 pileća batka
• 4 srednje rajčice (narezane na male kockice, oguljene)
• 2 srednje tikvice (narezane na trakice)
• 4 ljutike (sitno nasjeckane)
• 2 češnja češnjaka (sitno nasjeckana)
• 2 lista lovora
• Nekoliko listića svježeg origana
• Ghee maslac za prženje

Njoki od batata:

• 3 veća batata
• 120-150 g pirovog brašna (ne smije biti integralno)
• 1 jaje
• Par kapi maslinovog ulja

Alternativa s krumpirom:

• 6 većih krumpira (najbolje rozi/crveni)
• 120 g pirovog brašna
• 1 jaje
• par kapi maslinovog ulja

Priprema:

Piletina u umaku od povrća:

1. Na ghee maslacu prepržite pileće batke sa svih strana. Izvadite ih iz tave.
2. U istu tavu dodajte ljutiku i češnjak, prstohvat soli i dobro promiješajte.
3. Kad povene, dodajte tikvice, rajčice, lovor i origano. Poklopite tavu.
4. Nakon 5 minuta vratite batke u tavu, ponovno poklopite.
5. Neka se krčka na srednje laganoj vatri oko 30 minuta. Povremeno okrenite meso.
6. Provjerite je li piletina potpuno pečena uz kost.

Njoki od batata:

1. Batat u kori premažite maslinovim uljem i posolite.
2. Pecite 40 minuta na 200 °C. Vilicom provjerite je li pečen.
3. Prepolovite, izdubite žlicom i protisnite kroz prešu za pire.
4. Dodajte jaje i brašno, zamijesite tijesto.
5. Ostavite da odmori 10-15 minuta.
6. Oblikujte valjke, režite na valjuške, slažite u posudu.
7. Kuhajte u kipućoj vodi – kad isplivaju, vadite ih i lagano nauljite.
8. Prije posluživanja, lagano ih prepržite na ghee maslacu.

Savjeti za roditelje:

• Ovaj recept može biti pogodan za bebe koje već jedu komadiće hrane jer su teksture meke i lako žvakljive.
• Možete unaprijed pripremiti veću količinu njoka i čuvati ih u hladnjaku za idući dan.
• Piletina u umaku od povrća je sočna i puna okusa, bez potrebe za dodatnim pojačivačima okusa.

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Chicken with Vegetables and Sweet Potato Gnocchi

When you have little ones, preparing meals that are healthy, tasty, and toddler-friendly can be a real challenge. This chicken with vegetable sauce and homemade sweet potato gnocchi with egg strikes just the right balance. It’s perfect for a shared family lunch and suitable for babies practicing baby-led weaning (BLW).

Ingredients:

Chicken with vegetables:

• 4 chicken drumsticks
• 4 medium tomatoes (diced, peeled)
• 2 medium zucchinis (cut into strips)
• 4 shallots (finely chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
• 2 bay leaves
• A few fresh oregano leaves
• Ghee butter for frying

Sweet potato gnocchi:

• 3 large sweet potatoes
• 120-150 g spelt flour (not whole grain)
• 1 egg
• A few drops of olive oil

Potato alternative:

• 6 large potatoes (preferably red-skinned)
• 120 g spelt flour
• 1 egg
• A few drops of olive oil

Preparation:

Chicken:

1. Fry the chicken drumsticks in ghee butter on all sides. Remove from the pan.
2. Add shallots and garlic to the same pan, add a pinch of salt, and stir well.
3. Once softened, add zucchini, tomatoes, bay leaves, and oregano. Cover the pan.
4. After 5 minutes, return the drumsticks to the pan and cover again.
5. Simmer on medium-low heat for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
6. Check that the chicken is fully cooked through to the bone.

Gnocchi:

1. Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil and salt.
2. Bake for 40 minutes at 200 °C. Test with a fork.
3. Cut in half, scoop out the flesh and mash.
4. Add egg and flour, knead into dough.
5. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
6. Roll into logs, cut into gnocchi, and place in a bowl.
7. Boil in water – once they float, remove and drizzle with olive oil.
8. Before serving, pan-fry briefly in ghee to add color.

Tips for parents:

• This recipe is great for babies eating finger foods; the textures are soft and easy to chew.
• Make a larger batch of gnocchi ahead of time – they store well in the fridge.
• The chicken in vegetable sauce is juicy and flavorful, without needing added flavor enhancers.