Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Steamed Cod
Silky milk-based mashed potatoes with carrot and tender steamed cod, perfect for babies 11+ months. Light and nutritious for little ones.
- Time
- 30 min
- Serving
- 190 kcal
- Ingredients
- ≈ $0.99
- Protein
- 14 g
Ingredients
- 1 Hake filletpack 600 g ≈ $6.50 60 g
- 2 Potatoes≈ $2.19 per kg 100 g
- 3 Milk 2.5%pack 930 ml ≈ $0.88 40 ml
- 4 Butterpack 180 g ≈ $1.58 4 g
- 5 Carrots≈ $1.50 per kg 30 g
Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.
Method
Peel the potatoes2 and carrots5, then cut into 2 cm cubes. Rinse the cod fillet and check for bones.
Boil the potatoes2 and carrots5 in water for 20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain, reserving ½ cup of the cooking liquid.
While the veggies cook, steam the cod over boiling water in a colander or on a steamer insert (covered) for 10–12 minutes until it flakes easily.
Mash the hot potatoes2 and carrots5 with warm milk3 and melted butter4 until smooth and fluffy; add a splash of broth if needed.
Flake the cod into small pieces, double-check for bones, and serve over the mash or fold through it. Serve warm; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Tips
- Why it works
- Cut potatoes into 4 cm cubes so they cook evenly and don’t turn mushy or stay hard in the center. Smaller pieces overcook faster; larger ones undercook inside.
- Substitutions
- Replace milk with 40 ml of water if you’re out, but the mash will be less creamy. Skip carrots if you dislike their texture; use extra 10 g potatoes instead.
- Common mistakes
- Overcooked fish smells fishy and falls apart at the touch. Check by flaking it with a fork. It should separate cleanly, not crumble into a paste.
- Storing and reheating
- Eat fresh or store for 1 day in the fridge. Reheat gently in a pan with 10 ml water, stirring until warm. Freezing ruins the texture.
- Serve with
- Pair with steamed green peas and a sprinkle of dill for a simple weeknight dinner. Serve in small portions for kids with a side of cucumber sticks.
In short
- A child's portion for ages 1–3; suitable from 11 months. For younger kids, halve it and purée.
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