Salmon Patties for Baby (with Sweet Potato)
Tender fish cakes that break into soft flakes. A gentle way to bring fish, a top 9 allergen, and omega-3s to the table. Cakes are for 7–8 months and up; at 6 months, mash one smooth.
Ingredients
Makes 8 small cakes
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Method
- 1
Bake or poach the salmon until it is opaque, flakes easily and reaches 145°F (63°C), about 12 minutes. Check carefully and remove every bone.
- 2
Flake the fish into the mashed sweet potato with the egg, oats and dill.
- 3
Shape into small flat cakes about 1 cm thick.
- 4
Cook in the oiled pan on medium-low heat, 3–4 minutes per side, until cooked through with no wet or runny egg in the center (160°F/71°C).
- 5
Cool before serving.
Serve it by age
6 months
Only once fish and egg have each been introduced on their own: mash a cooked cake with breast milk or formula until completely smooth, with no flakes or lumps, and offer it on a spoon. Check again for bones.
7–8 months
Offer a whole cake or a thick strip.
9–12 months
Break into small flaky pieces.
12 months+
Serve with peas and a yogurt dip.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains fish and egg (both top 9 allergens). Oats may contain wheat. The 12 months+ yogurt dip contains milk. Offer these cakes only after fish and egg have each been introduced on their own. For a first exposure, offer a small amount early in the day and watch for 2 hours. If your baby has severe eczema, an egg allergy or another known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before the first taste.
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizUse cod, or no-salt-added canned salmon with the soft bones mashed in well for extra calcium.
kitchenStorage
Fridge 2 days. Freeze up to 1 month.
Safety reminders
- No added salt, sugar or honey before 12 months.
- Always check texture: food should squash between your thumb and finger.
- Stay with your baby and keep them seated upright while eating.
- This recipe is general guidance for healthy, full-term babies and children. Ask your pediatrician first if your child was born early, has a medical condition, allergies or feeding difficulties (medical disclaimer).
