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Proteins
Shrimp for babies
When and how to serve shrimp at every stage of starting solids.
- Introduce from
- 6–9 months
- Safety notes
- Common allergen: Shellfish
How to prepare shrimp by age
6–9 months
Finely chopped or minced.
9–12 months
Cut into small pieces.
12 months+
Whole shrimp if managing well.
Common allergen
Contains shellfish , one of the 9 common food allergens.
Shellfish is a top allergen.
First time with shellfish: Offer well-cooked shrimp or prawns, finely chopped or minced.
If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before introducing allergens.
Nutrition highlights
- Protein rich
- Selenium
- Vitamin B12
Serving ideas
- Minced in dishes
- Shrimp cakes
- In pasta
- Grilled shrimp
Prepare these as described above for your baby’s age.
Choosing and storing
Storage: Fresh: use immediately. Cooked: refrigerate for 2-3 days.
Recipes with shrimp
Sources
This guide is based on published guidance from:
