Description
A nutrient-packed, easy-to-make homemade fish food recipe that’s perfect for a variety of aquarium species.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (such as spinach, peas, or zucchini)
- 1/2 cup shrimp or fish (cooked or raw)
- 1/2 cup gelatin (unflavored)
- 1/4 cup spirulina powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fish oil
- 1 clove garlic (optional, for immune support)
- Water, as needed for blending
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Steam or lightly cook your chosen vegetables until soft. Allow them to cool. If you’re using shrimp or fish, cook them thoroughly unless you’re using raw.
- Blend the mixture: Combine the vegetables, shrimp/fish, and spirulina powder in a blender or food processor. Blend until you reach a smooth consistency.
- Add gelatin: In a small pot, dissolve the gelatin in water according to the package instructions. Once dissolved, mix the gelatin into the blended ingredients.
- Pour and set: Pour the mixture into a flat tray or mold and spread evenly. To set, put it in the refrigerator for a minimum of two hours.
- Cut and store: Once set, cut the mixture into small cubes or use a cookie cutter to make fun shapes! For extended storage, freeze, or store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
You can customize the recipe depending on the species of fish you’re feeding. For herbivorous fish, increase the vegetable ratio, and for carnivores, add more shrimp or fish.
Avoid adding salt, oils (other than fish oil), or processed foods as they can harm your fish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: Rich in essential vitamins from vegetables
- Protein: High in protein from the shrimp or fish
- Cholesterol: Spirulina boosts the immune system and enhances coloration
