Description
A homemade gel-based fish food suitable for goldfish, bettas, and tropical fish—packed with protein, veggies, and nutrients to support health, color, and growth.
Ingredients
1/2 cup peeled and chopped carrots
1/2 cup shelled peas
1/4 cup spinach or kale
1 clove garlic (optional, for immune boost)
1/4 cup unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, fish, or bloodworms (chopped)
1/4 cup fish flakes or pellets, crushed
1/2 cup water
Instructions
1. Steam or boil carrots, peas, and spinach until soft.
2. Add softened vegetables and garlic (if using) to a blender with cooked protein and fish flakes or pellets.
3. Blend into a thick puree, adding water as needed.
4. In a small saucepan, dissolve gelatin in 1/2 cup hot water and stir until fully dissolved.
5. Quickly stir the gelatin mixture into the blended fish food puree.
6. Pour into a shallow dish or silicone mold and refrigerate until fully set, about 1–2 hours.
7. Cut into small pieces or pop out of molds. Store refrigerated for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.
Notes
Feed small portions—only as much as your fish can eat in 2–3 minutes.
Customize with other fish-safe veggies like zucchini or sweet potato.
Avoid overfeeding to maintain tank water quality.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Pet Food
- Method: Boiled and Blended
- Cuisine: Aquatic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Small cube or piece
- Calories: Varies
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: Low
- Fat: Low
- Saturated Fat: Low
- Unsaturated Fat: Low
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fiber: Trace
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Low
Keywords: homemade fish food, gel food for fish, tropical fish diet, goldfish food, betta food