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Can babies eat shrimp?
Shrimp can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage. This is a common allergen (Crustaceans).
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How to cook shrimp for a baby
- Method
- Steamed or Boiled
- Ready in
- 4 Min.
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve shrimp changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare shrimp, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Cook thoroughly until pink and opaque throughout, then blend into a smooth moist purée. Never serve raw or lightly cooked shellfish. View photo
- 9 to 11 months
- Cook thoroughly until pink and opaque throughout, then mince finely and mix into soft moist food. Never serve raw or lightly cooked shellfish. View photo
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Is shrimp an allergen?
Shrimp is a shellfish allergen. From around 6 months, introduce a very small amount on its own so a reaction can be recognised. Never serve raw or lightly cooked shellfish.
Read: Introducing shellfish safely
Is shrimp good for babies?
Cook shrimp thoroughly until pink and opaque throughout. Remove the shell, tail and vein, then prepare a soft texture suitable for your baby. Shellfish can be introduced from around 6 months.
- Iodine
- Protein
- Selenium
Storing shrimp
In the fridge
2 Days. Refrigerate cooked shrimp in a sealed container — use promptly
In the freezer
3 Months. Freeze cooked shrimp in portions — thaw in fridge overnight
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This page is general information based on NHS weaning guidance, not medical advice. Always stay with your baby while they eat. If you have concerns about allergies, choking or your baby's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.