Spiedini di Baccala
This blog post features a delicious and healthy recipe for toddlers, Spiedini di Baccala. Spiedini di Baccala is an Italian fish stick recipe that is full of goodness, flavour and nutrition. With simple ingredients, this is a great way to introduce your toddler to new flavours and variety in their diet. This recipe is perfect for the whole family and an excellent meal choice as part of a balanced diet for Australian toddlers.
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Spiedini, Baccala, Fish
- Calories: 238
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 13g
- Fats: 10g
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 400 g baccala (salt-preserved cod)
- 1 zucchini (252g)
- 1 pepper, red or green (150g)
- 2 cloves garlic (4g)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (30ml)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30ml)
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped (3g)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (3g)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (2g)
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves (2g)
- 500g spelt (or couscous or pasta, optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
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Place the Baccala in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for at least 30 minutes, changing the water several times. When ready to cook, drain the Baccala, Discard the water.
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Cut the zucchini into quarters lengthwise, then cut each quarter into 1 cm thick slices. Cut the pepper into 1 cm cubes.
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In a medium bowl, combine the baccala, zucchini, pepper, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, paprika, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
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Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grease the pan with oil.
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Thread the baccala mixture onto skewers, alternating with pieces of zucchini and pepper.
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Grill the spiedini for about 5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through. Gently turn the skewers several times to ensure even cooking.
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Meanwhile, prepare the spelt according to package directions. Serve the spiedini alongside the spelt and some fresh basil leaves sprinkled on top.
Recommended Sides
- Freshly cooked spelt
- Salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Fresh basil leaves for decoration