Mini Mackerel Fillet Pancakes: Nutritious Bites for Kids
[Easy & Nutritious Meal] Make Mini Mackerel Fillet Pancakes for Your Child!
Introducing our special and delicious nutritious snack for your child: Mini Mackerel Fillet Pancakes! These are carefully made into a mini size that’s perfect for little hands to hold and eat. When you taste these freshly made pancakes, you’ll notice a wonderful savory flavor without any fishiness. They’re perfect as a nutritious side dish for children, a lunchbox addition, or even a light snack with drinks! Mackerel has a soft, mild taste that even picky eaters can enjoy. It’s packed with nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and Vitamin D, making it excellent for children’s brain development and bone health. Furthermore, mackerel is a superfood that helps improve vascular health, relieve fatigue, protect eyesight, and enhance skin health. Make these Mackerel Fillet Pancakes today for a meal that’s both delicious and nutritious!
Main Ingredients
- 1 piece of mackerel fillet
- 3 Tbsp pancake mix (or all-purpose flour)
- 30g zucchini
- A little red and green bell pepper
- 30g carrot
- A little green onion
- Generous amount of cooking oil
Steaming the Mackerel
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup soju (or cooking wine)
Seasoning
- 1 pinch salt
- A dash of pepper
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup soju (or cooking wine)
Seasoning
- 1 pinch salt
- A dash of pepper
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Finely mince the zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, and green onion after washing and drying them thoroughly. Finely chopped vegetables ensure the pancakes hold their shape well and don’t fall apart.
Step 2
Carefully remove the skin from the mackerel fillet. If using frozen mackerel, it’s easier to peel when slightly thawed. For fresh mackerel, gently peel the skin from the tail end and then use a knife, holding it flat, to push down along the underside of the skin to remove it.
Step 3
Place a steaming rack in a pot, arrange the mackerel fillet on top, and add 2 cups of water and 1 cup of soju to the pot. (Optional: For enhanced flavor and to reduce any fishy smell, you can add green onion whites, ginger slices, or bay leaves while steaming.)
Step 4
Cover the pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Once steaming, reduce the heat to medium and steam the mackerel for about 10 minutes until tender and cooked through.
Step 5
Once steamed, meticulously remove any bones and small fish bones from the mackerel, flaking the soft flesh. Using chopsticks can help in easily removing the bones.
Step 6
In a large bowl, combine the flaked mackerel and the finely minced vegetables. Add 3 Tbsp of pancake mix, a dash of pepper, 1 pinch of salt, and 2 Tbsp of cooking wine. Gradually add about 1 cup of water or soju, a little at a time, mixing to achieve the right batter consistency that will coat the ingredients well.
Step 7
Mix everything thoroughly until the pancake mix is well combined with all the ingredients. The batter should not be too thin or too thick; it should be able to coat the ingredients nicely.
Step 8
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Spoon about 1 Tbsp of the batter onto the hot pan, forming small, round shapes.
Step 9
Fry over medium-low heat, flipping occasionally, until both sides are golden brown and crispy. Ensure they are cooked thoroughly, with a crispy exterior and a moist interior.
Step 10
Once golden brown, remove the mini mackerel fillet pancakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil. Transfer them to a serving plate, and your nutritious Mini Mackerel Fillet Pancakes for kids are ready to be enjoyed!
