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How to serve by age
6-9 months
Prep:
Offer cooked, deboned herring fillets, or canned herring rinsed under water. Skin and bones from canned versions are softened and edible.
Cut:
Whole fillet as finger food, or mash and mix into vegetables, grains, or yogurt.
12-18 months
Prep:
Try homemade herring patties or break a fillet into flakes for the toddler to pick up. Mix flakes into grains, pasta, or top toast.
Cut:
Patties, flakes, or whole pieces. Round shapes are easier to grasp.
Allergen information
Fish is a common allergen. Read Fish guidance
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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