Introducing solid foods to your baby is an exciting journey, and what better way to kickstart it than with a nutritious and delicious recipe! Our Sweet Potato Salmon Fish Cakes are not only a feast for tiny taste buds but also a powerhouse of essential nutrients for your little explorer. In this blog post, we’ll explore why these salmon cakes are perfect for baby-led weaning, the benefits of incorporating salmon into your baby’s diet, and how this recipe is a game-changer for busy parents with its freezer-friendly nature.
Fish cakes for baby-led weaning
One of the many advantages of our these sweet potato salmon fish cakes is their baby-led weaning compatibility. Baby-led weaning encourages self-feeding and independence from the get-go. These fish cakes, with their soft texture and manageable size, make it easy for little fingers to grasp and explore different tastes and textures.
Benefits of salmon for babies
Salmon is a fantastic choice for introducing fish to your baby’s diet. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals, salmon contributes to your baby’s overall growth and development. Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial for brain development, making salmon an excellent addition to your little one’s diet during their early years.
Make-ahead meal prep
We understand that parenting is a busy job, and meal preparation can be a challenge. Our Sweet Potato Salmon Fish Cakes come to the rescue with their freezer-friendly nature. Prepare a batch in advance, freeze them, and you’ll have a quick and nutritious meal on hand whenever you need it. It’s a game-changer for parents who are always on the go.
Here are instructions for freezing and reheating them.
Freezing:
- Once the fish cakes are cooked and cooled, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze a few hours, until outside is frozen.
- Transfer the frozen fish cakes to a freezer bag.
Reheating (Oven):
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place frozen fish cakes on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until heated through.
Reheating (Microwave):
- Microwave frozen fish patties for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
How to Make Sweet Potato Salmon Fish Cakes
Sweet Potato Salmon Fish Patties
Ingredients
- 8 oz salmon
- 1/2 sweet potato
- 1/4 onion minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chickpea flour or breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F.
- Arrange the salmon on a baking sheet. Bake for ~15 minutes minutes or until cooked. Skip this step if using leftover cooked salmon.
- Peel and cube the sweet potato, and steam until soft.
- Mince the onion and parsley.
- In a bowl, flake the salmon. Add in the sweet potato and mash.
- Add ther rest of the ingredients to the bowl and mix well.
- Form into patties (approx 1/2” thick) on a baking tray.
- Bake until internal temperature is at least 165F, approximately 10-15 minutes but it depends on your oven.
