Baked Egg-Free Prawn Cakes For Baby Led Weaning
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Prawns For Babies
Introducing prawns to babies as part of Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) can offer various benefits to their growth and development. Prawns serve as an excellent source of protein crucial for babies' overall nourishment.
Moreover, they boast omega-3 fatty acids essential for supporting optimal brain development. Additionally, incorporating prawns into a baby's diet introduces them to a variety of textures and flavours, fostering their curiosity in a diverse range of foods.
It's vital to remember to cook prawns thoroughly to prevent any potential risks of foodborne illnesses. When introducing prawns to babies, stay vigilant for potential allergies by starting with small portions initially.
Can Babies Eat Prawns
Babies can eat prawns as part of Baby Led Weaning (BLW). Prawns are a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for a baby's growth and development.
To introduce prawns to your baby, ensure they are deveined, de shelled, and finely chopped to prevent any choking hazards. This is a great way for them to have a little taste.
You can offer prawns to your baby by steaming them until they are soft and cutting them into small, baby-friendly pieces.
Always make sure the prawns are thoroughly cooked to prevent any foodborne illnesses. Start by offering a small amount of prawns to your baby and observe for any signs of allergies.
Ingredient information
Prawns - I have used frozen fresh water prawns, they are the cheapest to buy from the supermarket and as i blitzed them, I did not have to worry about the size and shape etc.
Spring onion - You could use a little onion instead, I find the spring onion is a subtle flavour which is great.
Lime juice - Lime juice compliments the prawns so nicely. You could use lemon juice if you did not have a lime.
Garlic granules - You could use 1 small clove of garlic if you prefer, this would work just as well.
Lime leaves - You do not have used use lime leaves, you could leave this ingredient out.
Oat flour - I blitzed rolled oats to make oat flour. You could use almond flour too.
Serving suggestion
The fish cakes would be great served with potato wedges or sweet potato wedges or skinny fries.
You could serve alongside a broccoli tot or cauliflower tot.
Or keep it simple and serve with cucumber rounds or cooked carrot sticks.
Other recipes you may like: Fish fingers, Pork patties or Tuna fishcakes.
Storage instructions
The shrimp patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, stored in an airtight container.
If you wanted to freeze the prawn cakes, you will need to make sure that the cakes have cooled down before transferring to either a freezer bag or airtight container. Ensure that the bag/airtight container is labelled with the item and the date. I use masking tape to label the airtight container. A great freezer meal option, that is needed most nights!
To defrost the prawn cakes, leave in the fridge overnight and make sure that they are fully defrosted, before re heating.
To reheat, place the cakes in a oven proof dish and reheat 180C/350F for 10 minutes. They can be eaten at room temperature.
Once the cakes have been defrosted you will not be able to reheat or refreeze.
Equipment used to help with this recipe
Large bowl - Definitely choose a stainless steel one - they are lighter than the stone or glass ones and very easy to clean.
Baking tray - I have chosen to use a non-stick and BPA free baking sheet - they are easy to clean and, if you buy more than one, easily stackable and easily stored.
Airtight container - I love the non-stick surface of this particular frying pan and it’s suitable for all types of hob.
Nutri bullet - I have found a blender to be an invaluable tool in the preparation of many of my baby led weaning recipes.
Recipe | Baked Egg-Free Prawn Cakes For Baby Led Weaning
Ingredients
Makes 8 prawn cakes
250g fresh water prawns (I used frozen)
1 spring onion, diced
1 lime, juiced
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
2 lime leaves (optional)
150g oat flour (blitzed oats)
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to a medium heat of 180C or 350F. Prepare a baking sheet with baking parchment.
Make sure the prawns if frozen are defrosted.
Pop the prawns, spring onion, lime juice, garlic granules and lime leaves if using in a Nutri bullet or blender and blitz until a thick paste like consistency.
Spoon the blitzed prawns into a large bowl and add in the oat flour. Blitz oats in a Nutri bullet or food processor.
Mix together until combined.
Take approx a tablespoon of the mixture and shape into a round patty. About 1cm thick.
Place on your prepared baking sheet and repeat until you have 8 patties.
Pop into the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown
Leave to cool before serving to your baby.
Recipe notes
You could use gluten-free oats for this recipe to make the whole recipe 100% gluten-free.
This would make this very delicious recipe a gluten-free friendly fish recipe for the whole family. Great for picky eaters too!
Hope you and your family enjoy!
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