Moussaka : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰
Yes!
Risk
No risk
Information
Moussaka is a culinary preparation made from meat and vegetables cooked together and covered with a béchamel sauce. This recipe is very popular in Greece and in the countries of southern Europe. During pregnancy, you can eat moussaka, provided that it is well cooked and that it does not contain non -pasteurized dairy products. It is important to check that minced meat or vegetables used for moussaka are well cooked. It is also important to ensure that Béchamel sauce does not contain non -pasteurized dairy products. If you use crème fraîche, make sure it is pasteurized. If you follow these instructions, you can safely consume Moussaka during your pregnancy. However, it is recommended to limit its consumption, because it can be rich in calories and fats. In addition, you should avoid consuming too spicy foods.
All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.
