Canned tuna cherry tomato and pineapple Italian-style meatba
Canned tuna cherry tomato and pineapple Italian-style meatballs A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Canned tuna cherry tomato and pineapple Italian-style meatballs with 5-spice mix. SAFETY: USE TUNA IN WATER ONLY, HALVE CHERRY TOMATOES, REMOVE PINEAPPLE HARD CORE.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Canned tuna cherry tomato and pineapple Italian-style meatballs with 5-spice mix. SAFETY: USE TUNA IN WATER ONLY, HALVE CHERRY TOMATOES, REMOVE PINEAPPLE HARD CORE.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g canned tuna in waterAlternative: red lentils 🍽️ 80 g cherry tomatoAlternative: kale 🍽️ 50 g corn tortillaAlternative: couscous 🍽️ 30 g pineappleAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g 5-spice mixAlternative: coriander 🍽️ 50 piece eggAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 123 kcal
Protein 12 g
Carbs 21 g
Fat 9 g 1
CHECK tuna can: MUST be 'in water' or 'natural', NO SALT Drain the tuna thoroughly and break into small pieces WASH cherry tomatoes and HALVE THEM (CRITICAL - whole tomatoes are choking hazard) Cook the corn tortilla as directed (5 min) Cut pineapple flesh and REMOVE THE HARD CORE (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 Do NOT serve if baby is egg-allergic CRITICAL: tuna must be NO SALT added CRITICAL: whole cherry tomatoes are choking hazard CRITICAL: pineapple hard core is choking hazard Always rinse canned tuna well Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO fish AND NO egg allergy before serving ALWAYS halve cherry tomatoes ALWAYS remove pineapple hard core Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked corn tortilla and halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl Add the drained tuna pieces and pineapple cubes (no core), mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and 5-spice mix Mix with a wooden spoon Shape meatballs with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each meatball with a thin layer of corn 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: tuna breaks Do not add too much flour: meatballs become too dense Do not forget to make meatballs compact: otherwise they crumble Do not make meatballs too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the meatballs 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 meatballs won't stick Make small round meatballs for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger meatballs 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the meatballs 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 meatballs 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: meatballs become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always use very mild 5-spice dose 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 AND NO egg allergy + cherry tomatoes halved + no pineapple core Prepare a fresh pineapple cube garnish (no core) Arrange the warm meatballs on baby's plate Add small pineapple pieces around (no core) Serve the 5-spice sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the meatballs 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/egg allergy + cherry tomatoes halved + no pineapple core Always serve pineapple WITHOUT hard core Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve fish/egg to allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Pineapple adds natural sweetness For 12-18 months: cut meatballs in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
