Curd Cheese (Lor)
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Curd cheese (lor) can be given from 6 months to babies who have started complementary foods, provided it is pasteurized and low in salt.
How to serve it by age?
Mash pasteurized, low-salt curd cheese with a fork until smooth; mix it into vegetable puree or add it to soft finger foods.
Place small lumps on the plate for the baby to pick up and eat; blend it with yogurt, vegetables or pasta.
Serve it at the family table spread on bread at breakfast, or added to salads or börek.
⚠️ Allergen information
It contains cow's milk protein; in babies with a milk allergy, watch carefully on the first try for symptoms such as rash, vomiting, diarrhea or fussiness.
📌 Watch out for these
- Always choose curd cheese made from pasteurized milk; do not use loose/unpackaged street cheese.
- Prefer low-salt or salt-free varieties; do not add extra salt for babies under 1 year.
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⚕️ This page summarizes general pediatric recommendations; it is not medical advice. For babies with a history of allergies and whenever you are unsure, consult your pediatrician.