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Comforting British Fish Pie

Comforting British Fish Pie: Your New Family Favorite

This Comforting British Fish Pie combines tender fish and shrimp in a creamy sauce, topped with fluffy mashed potatoes, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 300 g White Fish Fillets Any preferred white fish like tilapia or pollock.
  • 200 g Smoked Fish Fillet Can replace with more white fish or omit.
  • 150 g Shrimp Optional; can replace with scallops.
  • 1 cup Milk Use almond or oat milk for a non-dairy option.
  • 1 cup Fish Stock Substitute with vegetable stock for a milder taste.
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped; leeks can be used for a milder alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Plain Flour Can be substituted with cornstarch or gluten-free flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil or margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped; dried parsley can be used in smaller quantities.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can replace with white wine vinegar.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
For the Topping
  • 600 g Potatoes Peeled and diced; sweet potatoes can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Cream Optional; omit for a lighter dish.
  • a pinch Nutmeg Optional.
  • Fresh Parsley for garnish Optional.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large Pot
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Boil the peeled and diced potatoes in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender, then mash with optional cream and nutmeg.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until soft.
  4. Sprinkle flour into the onions and stir for 1-2 minutes, then gradually add milk and fish stock, stirring until smooth and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  5. Fold in the fish fillets, smoked fish, and shrimp; cook for another 5-7 minutes until heated through, then add parsley, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Transfer the filling to a baking dish and spoon the mashed potato topping over, creating texture with a fork.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  8. Let the pie rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to enhance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This pie is a cozy gathering that your family will love! Adjust ingredients as needed to personalize flavors.

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