Mackerel and grape bites
Mackerel and grape bites A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Mackerel and grape bites with oregano. SAFETY: CAREFULLY REMOVE ALL FISH BONES (mackerel is very bony), HALVE GRAPES (choking hazard), peel cucumber.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Mackerel and grape bites with oregano. SAFETY: CAREFULLY REMOVE ALL FISH BONES (mackerel is very bony), HALVE GRAPES (choking hazard), peel cucumber.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g mackerelAlternative: silken tofu 🍽️ 80 g cucumberAlternative: kale 🍽️ 50 g couscousAlternative: tapioca 🍽️ 30 g cucumberAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g oreganoAlternative: chervil 🍽️ 50 piece 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 175 kcal
Protein 9 g
Carbs 13 g
Fat 6 g 1
CHECK fish freshness (smell, firm flesh) Remove ALL BONES carefully (use tweezers for mackerel) Cut the mackerel fillets into regular 2 cm pieces WASH cucumber and peel (skin hard to digest) Cut the cucumber into regular 1.5 cm cubes Cook the couscous as directed (10 min)
HALVE the grapes (CRITICAL - whole grapes are 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 gluten-allergic Do NOT serve if baby is fish-allergic CRITICAL: whole grapes are very dangerous CRITICAL: leaving a fish bone is very dangerous Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Never use fish that smells strong Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO gluten AND NO fish allergy before serving ALWAYS halve grapes for baby Always check fish bones twice Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked couscous and cucumber cubes in a large bowl Add the mackerel pieces and halved grapes, mix gently Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and oregano Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the bites with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each bite with a thin layer of couscous 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: mackerel 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 yogurt 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 oregano sauce: yogurt + oregano + 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: confirm NO gluten allergy + check no fish bones + grapes halved Prepare a fresh halved grape garnish Arrange the warm bites on baby's plate Add small halved grape pieces around Serve the oregano 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 - gluten/fish) 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 + grapes halved + gluten allergy Always serve grapes halved Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve fish/couscous/grapes to allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Halved grapes add natural sweetness 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 
