Mackerel avocado oven skewers
Mackerel avocado oven skewers A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Mackerel avocado oven skewers with vanilla. SAFETY: REMOVE ALL FISH BONES (mackerel is very bony), PEEL avocado, always use very mild vanilla dose.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Mackerel avocado oven skewers with vanilla. SAFETY: REMOVE ALL FISH BONES (mackerel is very bony), PEEL avocado, always use very mild vanilla dose.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g mackerelAlternative: ricotta 🍽️ 80 g avocadoAlternative: cauliflower 🍽️ 50 g brown riceAlternative: couscous 🍽️ 30 g avocadoAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g vanillaAlternative: mint 🍽️ 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 164 kcal
Protein 8 g
Carbs 17 g
Fat 7 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 PEEL the avocado and remove the pit Cut the avocado into regular 1.5 cm cubes Cook the brown rice as directed (25-30 min)
Reserve the tender avocado flesh for vitamin C
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 fish-allergic CRITICAL: leaving a fish bone is very dangerous Avocado pit is choking hazard Do not cut too large: choking hazard Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Always use very mild vanilla dose Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO fish allergy before serving ALWAYS peel avocado for baby Always check fish bones twice Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked brown rice and avocado cubes in a large bowl Add the mackerel pieces and tender avocado flesh, mix gently Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and vanilla Mix with a wooden spoon Prepare bamboo skewers (soak in water 10 min) Thread ingredients on skewers alternating mackerel, avocado, rice Place on a tray lined with parchment Let rest 5 min in the fridge Bamboo skewers Large bowl Wooden spoon Tray lined with parchment Do not overmix: mackerel breaks Do not forget to soak skewers (fire risk) Do not make skewers too dense (cooking) Always check fish bones are removed Always peel avocado for baby 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) Soak skewers to prevent burning Make alternating colors for visual appeal Vary portions according to age For 24-36 months: bigger pieces on skewers 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the skewers leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 15 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce: yogurt + pinch vanilla + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the skewers 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: skewers become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check fish is fully cooked Check cooking: golden brown outside, fish cooked through 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 avocado cube garnish (no pit) Arrange the warm skewers on baby's plate (remove from skewer for younger babies) Add small avocado pieces around (no pit) Serve the vanilla sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the pieces 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 bones before serving Always serve avocado peeled and without pit Do not leave baby alone with skewer (injury risk) Do not reheat several times NEVER serve fish to fish-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Avocado adds color and fiber For 12-18 months: remove pieces from skewer Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
