Hake and millet roast bites
Hake and millet roast bites A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Hake and millet roast bites with 5-spice mix. SAFETY: check fish bones (carefully), watch out for egg allergy, ALWAYS remove watermelon seeds (choking hazard).
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Hake and millet roast bites with 5-spice mix. SAFETY: check fish bones (carefully), watch out for egg allergy, ALWAYS remove watermelon seeds (choking hazard).
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g hakeAlternative: skyr 🍽️ 80 g yellow bell pepperAlternative: spinach 🍽️ 50 g milletAlternative: quinoa 🍽️ 30 g watermelonAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g 5-spice mixAlternative: coriander 🍽️ 50 g eggAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 215 kcal
Protein 7 g
Carbs 20 g
Fat 3 g 1
CHECK fish freshness (smell, firm flesh) Check hake for bones twice (use tweezers) Cut the hake fillets into regular 2 cm pieces WASH yellow bell pepper and peel (baby cannot digest skin) Cut the pepper into regular 1.5 cm cubes Cook the millet as directed (15 min in water)
Cut watermelon flesh and REMOVE ALL SEEDS (choking hazard)
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Fish tweezers Do NOT serve if baby is egg-allergic CRITICAL: watermelon seeds are very dangerous Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always cook fish well (no raw fish for baby) Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Always use mild 5-spice dose Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO egg allergy before serving ALWAYS remove watermelon seeds Always check fish bones twice Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked millet and pepper cubes in a large bowl Add the hake pieces and seedless watermelon, mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and 5-spice mix Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the bites with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each bite with a thin layer of millet 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: hake breaks Do not add too much flour: bites become too dense Do not forget to make bites compact: otherwise they crumble Do not make bites too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the bites Always check egg freshness 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 bites won't stick Make small round bites for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger bites 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the bites leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 15 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the 5-spice sauce: yogurt + pinch 5-spice + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the bites when golden Let cool 3-4 min 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: bites become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check fish is fully cooked Check cooking: golden brown outside 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: check no fish bones remain Prepare a fresh seedless watermelon garnish Arrange the warm bites on baby's plate Add small seedless watermelon pieces around Serve the 5-spice sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the bites Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - fish/egg) 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 fish bones before serving Always serve watermelon WITHOUT seeds Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve fish/egg to allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Watermelon adds color and vitamin C For 12-18 months: cut bites in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
