Easy Fish Pie Recipe
Introduction
Fish pie is a popular dish that is easy to make and perfect for a family dinner. It is a classic British dish that has been enjoyed by many generations. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can make a delicious fish pie that your whole family will love.Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make an easy fish pie:- 1 pound of white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock)
- 1/2 pound of smoked haddock fillets (optional)
- 1/2 pound of cooked prawns (optional)
- 2 pounds of potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup of frozen peas
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Here are the steps to follow to make an easy fish pie:- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot of boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash with the milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add the flour to the pot and stir until well combined. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the frozen peas to the pot and stir to combine.
- Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces and add to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
- If using, add the cooked prawns to the pot and stir to combine.
- Transfer the fish mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the fish mixture, making sure to cover it completely.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the pie is heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for one serving of easy fish pie:- Calories: 410
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 389mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 36g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 32g