PENDAMPINGAN PENGOLAHAN TAHU BAKSO BERPROTEIN TINGGI DAN MENGANDUNG PRO VITAMIN A PADA KADER “POSYANDU PERSADA”

Abstract

The issue of malnutrition, particularly the intake of protein and vitamin A, remains a serious challenge in various regions of Indonesia, especially among vulnerable groups such as young children and pregnant women. This community service activity aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of the cadres and mothers of Posyandu Persada in processing nutritious food products, namely high-protein meatballs made from tofu that contains pro-vitamin A. The implementation methods include nutritional counseling, demonstrations on how to make protein-enriched meatballs using protein sources from catfish and pro-vitamin A sources from pumpkin, along with direct assistance during the production process. Evaluation is conducted through pre-tests and post-tests as well as direct observation during the activities.  The results of the activities show an increase in participants' understanding of the importance of protein and vitamin A in family food, as well as an increase in skills in processing tofu into functional food. This activity is expected to become a local solution in efforts to improve family nutrition and enhance economic empowerment in the community through the potential of home-based businesses.