Skyr corn skewers with parsley
Skyr corn skewers with parsley A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Skyr corn skewers with parsley. SAFETY: check for lactose (skyr), CUT CORN KERNELS IN HALF (choking hazard), REMOVE ALL MANDARIN MEMBRANES (choking hazard).
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Skyr corn skewers with parsley. SAFETY: check for lactose (skyr), CUT CORN KERNELS IN HALF (choking hazard), REMOVE ALL MANDARIN MEMBRANES (choking hazard).
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g skyrAlternative: firm tofu 🍽️ 80 g cornAlternative: green bell pepper 🍽️ 50 g short pastaAlternative: bulgur 🍽️ 30 g mandarinAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g parsleyAlternative: dill 🍽️ 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 176 kcal
Protein 5 g
Carbs 12 g
Fat 7 g 1
CHECK freshness of the skyr (smell, texture) Break the skyr into regular 2 cm pieces (finer for 12-18 months) WASH corn and CUT KERNELS IN HALF lengthwise (CRITICAL - whole kernels are choking hazard) Cook the short pasta as directed (8 min) Peel mandarin and REMOVE ALL MEMBRANES and seeds (CRITICAL - 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 lactose-allergic Do NOT serve if baby is gluten-allergic Do NOT serve if baby is egg-allergic CRITICAL: whole corn kernels are choking hazard CRITICAL: mandarin membranes are choking hazard Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO lactose AND NO gluten AND NO egg allergy before serving ALWAYS cut corn kernels in half lengthwise ALWAYS remove all mandarin membranes Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked short pasta and corn halves in a large bowl Add the skyr pieces and mandarin segments, mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and parsley Mix with a wooden spoon Prepare bamboo skewers (soak in water 10 min) Thread ingredients on skewers alternating skyr, corn, mandarin 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: skyr breaks Do not forget to soak skewers (fire risk) Do not make skewers too dense (cooking) Always check corn kernels are halved Always remove mandarin membranes 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) 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 14 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the parsley sauce: yogurt + parsley + 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 corn 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 lactose AND NO gluten AND NO egg allergy + corn halved + mandarin peeled Prepare a fresh mandarin segment garnish (no membranes) Arrange the warm skewers on baby's plate (remove from skewer for younger babies) Add small mandarin pieces around (no membranes) Serve the parsley 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 - lactose/gluten/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 allergies + corn halved + mandarin membranes Always serve mandarin WITHOUT membranes Do not leave baby alone with skewer (injury risk) Do not reheat several times NEVER serve skyr/pasta/egg to allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Mandarin adds color and natural sweetness 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 
