When your baby reaches 10 months old, it becomes even more important to provide meals that are not only tasty but also packed with essential nutrients. Creating a balanced weaning menu (Complementary Food) takes effort — you need to consider taste, texture, and most importantly, nutritional content.

Here are six tasty and nutritious 10-month-old baby food ideas you can use as references for daily meal planning. We’ve also included a sample feeding schedule suitable for a 10-month-old baby.

1. Scrambled Egg with Tomato and Avocado

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons diced tomatoes
• ¼ avocado, diced
• 1 teaspoon water
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients except avocado and olive oil in a small bowl.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Pour the egg mixture into the pan and cook over medium heat.
4. Once the egg starts to set, add avocado and stir for a few seconds.
5. Let it cool slightly before serving.

2. Baked Broccoli and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 125g cauliflower, chopped
• 125g broccoli, chopped
• 60g baby-friendly cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 125ml milk (adjust as needed)

Instructions:

1. Steam cauliflower and broccoli until tender (about 3–5 minutes).
2. Preheat oven to 190°C.
3. Grease a baking dish with butter and place the vegetables inside.
4. In a pan, melt butter, then whisk in flour until smooth.
5. Gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
6. Add cheese and stir until melted.
7. Pour cheese sauce over the vegetables and bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

3. Fried Rice for Babies

Ingredients:

• 1 egg, beaten
• 74g cooked rice
• 2 tablespoons frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons grated carrots
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add carrots and cook until soft.
3. Add peas and 2 tablespoons water, stir until soft.
4. Add rice and egg, stir until the egg is cooked through.
5. Let cool before serving.

4. Steamed Patin Fish (Pepes Patin)

Ingredients:

• 2 small pieces of patin fish, cleaned
• 6 basil leaves (daun kemangi), divided
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cm lemongrass, lightly smashed
• Banana leaves for wrapping

Instructions:

1. Wrap the fish with banana leaves, placing basil, bay leaves, and lemongrass on top.
2. Steam over boiling water for 20–30 minutes.
3. Allow to cool before serving.

5. Chicken and Potato Soup

Ingredients:

• Diced potatoes
• Diced chicken breast
• Diced onion
• Grated cheddar cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a large pot.
2. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic.
3. Add potatoes and stir briefly.
4. Pour in water and bring to a boil.
5. Gradually add cheese while stirring.
6. Add chicken and simmer for 10 minutes until cooked.
7. Season lightly.
8. Let cool before serving. You may blend the soup if chewing is still difficult.

6. Apple Oatmeal

Ingredients:

• 20g oats
• 250ml water
• ½ apple, peeled and cored
• A pinch of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Grate the apple finely.
2. In a small pot, add oats, water, grated apple, and cinnamon.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring until soft.
4. Let cool before serving. Blend if needed for easier digestion.

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Sample Feeding Schedule for 10-Month-Old Babies

According to the Indonesian Paediatric Society (IDAI), babies at this age need around 300 calories per day for optimal development. This amount can be reached with 3–4 meals and 1–2 snacks a day, with each meal being around ½ bowl (250ml).

Here’s a sample meal plan you can follow:

Morning (Upon Waking)

• Breast Milk

Breakfast

• Scrambled Egg with Tomato and Avocado

Mid-Morning Snack

• Fruits

Lunch

• Baked Broccoli and Cheese

Afternoon

• Breast Milk

Dinner

• Chicken and Potato Soup

Feel free to adjust the menu daily to avoid mealtime boredom and maintain your baby’s appetite.

Enrich Your Baby’s Meals with Brown Anchovy Powder

If you’re looking for nutritious and safe food ingredients for your baby’s Complementary Food, try using Brown Anchovy Food Powder from Crystal of the Sea. Made from high-quality ikan bilis, this powder is rich in calcium, protein, and essential nutrients — a perfect supplement to support your baby’s growth.

Sources:

• https://www.sehatq.com/artikel/panduan-jadwal-dan-menu-makanan-bayi-10-bulan#jadwal-makan-bayi-10-bulan-dan-contoh-menu-makanannya
• https://parenting.firstcry.com/articles/10-month-old-baby-food-amazing-ideas-chart-recipes-and-more/
• https://www.babycenter.com/baby/solids-finger-foods/oatmeal-with-apples_10403205