Canned tuna celery and mango Mexican-style bites
Canned tuna celery and mango Mexican-style bites A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Canned tuna celery and mango Mexican-style bites with sweet paprika. SAFETY: USE TUNA IN WATER ONLY (no salt), REMOVE CELERY STRINGS, check for fish allergy.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Canned tuna celery and mango Mexican-style bites with sweet paprika. SAFETY: USE TUNA IN WATER ONLY (no salt), REMOVE CELERY STRINGS, check for fish allergy.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g canned tuna in waterAlternative: lamb 🍽️ 80 g celeryAlternative: pumpkin 🍽️ 50 g chia seedsAlternative: almond powder 🍽️ 30 g mangoAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g sweet paprikaAlternative: parsley 🍽️ 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 120 kcal
Protein 7 g
Carbs 22 g
Fat 3 g 1
CHECK tuna can: MUST be 'in water' or 'natural', NO SALT Drain the tuna thoroughly and break into small pieces WASH celery thoroughly and REMOVE ALL STRINGS (choking hazard) Cut the celery into regular 1 cm cubes (smaller because fibrous) Cook the chia seeds as directed (soak in water 15 min)
PEEL the mango and REMOVE THE PIT (choking hazard)
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT serve if baby is fish-allergic CRITICAL: tuna must be NO SALT added CRITICAL: never leave celery strings CRITICAL: mango pit is choking hazard Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always rinse canned tuna well Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (0.8 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO fish allergy before serving ALWAYS remove celery strings (very dangerous) ALWAYS remove mango pit Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked chia seeds and celery cubes in a large bowl Add the drained tuna pieces and mango cubes, mix gently Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and sweet paprika Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the bites with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each bite with a thin layer of chia seeds 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: tuna 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 sweet paprika sauce: yogurt + pinch paprika + 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 celery is well 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 fish allergy + check no celery strings + no mango pit Prepare a fresh mango cube garnish (no pit) Arrange the warm bites on baby's plate Add small mango pieces around (no pit) Serve the sweet paprika 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) 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 allergy + celery strings + mango pit Always serve mango WITHOUT pit Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve fish to fish-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Mango adds color and 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 
