Saffron
1 year and up
⚡ Quick answer
A spice used in very small amounts that gives color and mild aroma to dishes such as zerde and rice pilaf; it can be given in trace amounts after 12 months.
How to serve it by age?
12-18 months
Steep a few strands of saffron in hot water or milk and add to a dish/pilaf; a very small amount is enough.
18-24 months
Continue using it in trace amounts in desserts such as zerde; do not overdo the sugar.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
Because it dissolves into food when used, there is no choking risk; still, it should be steeped in hot water/milk and added to the dish.
📌 Watch out for these
- Only the trace amounts used in cooking are safe; because high doses can be harmful, it should not be given as medicine or a remedy.
- Because it is a strong colorant and highly aromatic, use very little; do not increase the amount.
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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.