Salmon and cherry sticks
Salmon and cherry sticks A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Salmon and cherry sticks with mild vanilla. SAFETY: ensure salmon is well-cooked, check carefully for bones, and remove all cherry pits.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Salmon and cherry sticks with mild vanilla. SAFETY: ensure salmon is well-cooked, check carefully for bones, and remove all cherry pits.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g salmonAlternative: ricotta 🍽️ 80 g cherry tomatoAlternative: carrot 🍽️ 50 g wheat tortillaAlternative: millet 🍽️ 30 g cherry tomatoAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g vanillaAlternative: sweet paprika 🍽️ 50 g plain yogurtAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 187 kcal
Protein 8 g
Carbs 13 g
Fat 6 g 1
CHECK freshness of the salmon (smell, color, firm flesh) CAREFULLY debone the salmon - check under bright light for ALL bones (re-check 3 times) Cut the salmon into regular 2 cm pieces (finer for 12-18 months) Wash and quarter the cherry tomatoes (remove seeds) Warm the wheat tortilla as directed
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature)
Cutting board Paring knife Tweezers (for bones!) Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Do NOT buy pre-filleted fish without re-checking bones Do not cut too large: choking hazard Remove ALL fish bones (use tweezers if needed) Always remove tomato seeds for baby Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys NEVER serve raw or undercooked fish CRITICAL: re-check fish bones with fingers AND with a knife Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) Test cooking with a fork: tomato should be soft Always cook fish well (no translucent flesh) Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Crumble the warm wheat tortilla in a large bowl Add the cherry tomatoes and mix well Add the salmon pieces, mix gently Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and vanilla Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the sticks with damp hands (length 5 cm) Coat each stick with a thin layer of tortilla crumbs Place on a tray lined with parchment Let rest 5 min in the fridge Large bowl Wooden spoon Fork Clean hands Tray lined with parchment Do not overmix: elastic dough Do not add too much flour: sticks become too dense Do not forget to shape tightly: otherwise it crumbles Do not make sticks too big: max 6 cm length Do not leave air in the sticks Check that NO bones slipped through If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk) Shape with damp hands: the sticks won't stick Make uniform sticks for even cooking Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger sticks 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the sticks leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 16 min (salmon well-cooked) Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce: yogurt + vanilla + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the sticks when golden Let cool 3-4 min CRITICAL: re-check sticks for bones before serving Test the temp with a finger: warm Serve immediately with the sauce on the side Baking sheet Pastry brush Fork Tongs Small bowl Timer Do not forget to preheat Do not overcrowd the sheet Do not open the oven in the first 8 min Do not overcook: salmon becomes dry Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) NEVER serve translucent fish Check cooking: fish flakes easily with a fork For 12-18 months: more moist cooking For 24-36 months: more golden cooking If browning too fast: lower to 160°C Test with a toothpick: should come out clean Sauce: serve cold to preserve probiotics 4
FINAL CHECK: cut a stick in half and look for bones Prepare a fresh cherry tomato wedge garnish (no seeds) Arrange the warm sticks on baby's plate Add small cherry tomato pieces around Serve the vanilla sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the sticks Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling) Put leftovers in the fridge Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth Phone (emergency) Do not serve burning hot FINAL CHECK for bones before serving Always remove tomato seeds Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve a fish stick without checking bones Serve warm: flavors are more developed Cherry tomato adds color and vitamin C For 12-18 months: cut sticks in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
