My baby is 8 months old. Can I give my baby rice and rasam?

A. Yes, you can give your 8-month-old baby rice and rasam, but with some modifications to make it baby-friendly. How to Give Rice & Rasam to Baby? ✅ Soft-Cooked Rice: Mash or blend well for easy digestion. ✅ Mild Rasam: Avoid spicy, salty, and very tangy rasam. Use tomato, cumin, garlic, and a little turmeric for flavor. Avoid chili, too much tamarind, and excessive spices. ✅ Mix Well: Mix rasam with mashed rice for a semi-liquid consistency. Benefits for Baby ✔ Rice: Easy to digest, good for energy. ✔ Rasam: Aids digestion, boosts immunity (if mild & spice-free). ✔ Garlic & Cumin: Helps with colds and digestion. Things to Avoid ❌ Salt & Sugar (Babies under 1 year should avoid them). ❌ Too many spices (may irritate baby's tummy). ❌ Too much tamarind (can be acidic). Start with a small quantity and observe if the baby digests it well.