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Worcestershire Sauce
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Worcestershire Sauce
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Sodium | 1500 mg |
| Iron | 10.1 mg |
| Calcium | 190 mg |
| Potassium | 600 mg |
Depends on the brand. Traditional Worcestershire sauce is made with anchovies — Fish is one of the 14 declarable allergens — but recipes vary and some are fish-free. Check the label.
How to serve Worcestershire Sauce to babies
6–8 months
Not at this age
Do not add Worcestershire sauce. It is a concentrated salty sauce, and added salt is hard on a baby's kidneys.
9–11 months
Not at this age
Still no added Worcestershire sauce, and no salting cooking water.
12–24 months
Mashed
Use sparingly if at all — it stays within the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
Per 100 g from CoFID (17-723); USDA FDC (171610). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Worcestershire Sauce: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat worcestershire sauce?
The earliest stage on this page is 12–24 months: Use sparingly if at all — it stays within the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
How do I cut and serve worcestershire sauce for my baby?
6–8 months (Not at this age): Do not add Worcestershire sauce. It is a concentrated salty sauce, and added salt is hard on a baby's kidneys.
9–11 months (Not at this age): Still no added Worcestershire sauce, and no salting cooking water.
12–24 months (Mashed): Use sparingly if at all — it stays within the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.