Sweet Potato and Sardine Fritters
Soft, nutrient-dense sweet potato and sardine fritters — packed with omega-3, calcium and iron, and a brilliant addition to your freezer stash.
These little fritters are the perfect addition to mealtimes (and a great one to add to the freezer stash!). In this recipe we combine two nutrient-dense foods — sweet potato and sardines.
The sweet potato offers fibre, carbohydrates for energy, and vitamins and minerals like beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is what gives it that orange colour, and it becomes vitamin A to help with bub's immune system and eyesight too.
Sardines are a low-mercury option filled with important fats like omega-3, as well as protein, B12, vitamin E and D. Sardines are also high in calcium, as they have soft little calcium-filled bones that are perfectly safe for babies.
Quick Recipe Snapshot
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Makes: About 8–10 fritters
Freezer friendly: Yes
Texture: Soft
Age & Texture Guidance
Suitable from 6 months.
6–9 months: Offer whole or in large strips that are easy for little hands to hold and gum.
9–12 months: Break into smaller pieces as pincer grip develops.
12 months+: Serve as is with veggies and a yoghurt dip.
Allergens Present
Fish (sardines), egg and wheat (breadcrumbs).
Allergen Substitutions
Egg free: swap the egg for two flax eggs. Wheat/gluten free: use gluten-free breadcrumbs. Fish is the star of this recipe, so it isn't substituted.
Why We Love This Recipe
Packed with omega-3, calcium, iron and protein
A gentle, tasty way to introduce fish
Soft and easy for little hands
A brilliant addition to your freezer stash
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