Bok Choy is safe for babies from 6 months old. How you prepare it changes as your baby grows. Here is exactly what to do at each stage.
Choking risk: low
Low choking risk with appropriate preparation. Always supervise mealtimes.
Flavor guide
Raw bok choy has crisp, juicy stems with a mild, clean crunch and tender leaves that taste faintly of cabbage with no bitterness. Cooking softens the stems to a silky texture and brings out a gentle sweetness in both the stalks and leaves. It pairs naturally with ginger, garlic, sesame, soy, rice, and mild broths.
Separate leaves from stalks (stalks need longer cooking). Steam or stir-fry leaves until very soft. Finely chop and mix into rice or soft grains.
Serving ideas
Well-cooked leaves and tender stalks, chopped small. Great in light stir-fries.
Serving ideas
Stir-fries, soups, steamed, raw in salads (baby bok choy).
Serving ideas
Separate leaves from stalks. Blanch leaves for 2 minutes, transfer to an ice bath, squeeze out excess water, then freeze in portions.
Blanch for 2 minutes before freezing. Keeps for up to 12 months.
Ingredients
Steps
Freeze without the sesame oil for up to 2 months. Add sesame when reheating if desired.
Can babies eat bok choy?
Yes. Bok choy is safe for babies from 6 months old when cooked until tender. It is a great non-dairy source of calcium, making it especially useful for babies who do not eat dairy. Cook stems for 4-5 minutes and leaves for 1-2 minutes. Blend or chop finely for younger babies.
Is bok choy high in calcium?
Yes. Bok choy is one of the best non-dairy calcium sources available. The calcium in bok choy is also highly bioavailable, meaning the body absorbs it more efficiently than calcium from some other plant foods. For babies who cannot have dairy or are not yet eating dairy, bok choy is a smart addition to the rotation.
How do I prepare bok choy for a 6-month-old?
Separate the stems from the leaves. Cook the stems first for 4-5 minutes until soft, then add the leaves and cook 1-2 more minutes until wilted. For 6-month-olds, blend the cooked bok choy into a smooth puree with rice, potato, or avocado. Baby bok choy is the most tender variety and works best for young babies.
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