Three Fish Pie

Three Fish Pie

Serves 8 308 kcal per serving Prep 35 min Cook 1 h

Ingredients

  • 1kg Potatoes
  • Knob Butter
  • 300ml Milk
  • 50g Gruyere
  • 2 sliced Leek
  • 75g Plain Flour
  • 150ml White Wine
  • 2 tbs chopped Parsley
  • 250g Salmon
  • 250g Haddock
  • 250g Smoked Haddock
  • 4 Eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C / 180°C fan / Gas mark 6.
  2. Place the potatoes in a saucepan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and simmer until completely tender. Drain well and mash with the butter and a little milk until smooth. Season with pepper and adjust the salt if needed.
  3. For the filling, melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the sliced leeks, stir, cover and cook gently for about 10 minutes until softened. In a small bowl, whisk the flour and white wine together until smooth.
  4. Add the milk to the leeks and bring to the boil. Stir in the wine mixture and cook, stirring briskly, until thickened. Season, then add the chopped parsley and the fish. Cook for a further two minutes, then spoon the mixture into an ovenproof dish. Scatter the eggs over the top and allow the filling to cool until set.
  5. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the fish mixture, spreading evenly and marking the surface with a fork. Sprinkle with the grated cheese.
  6. Bake for 30–40 minutes, until lightly golden on top and bubbling around the edges.

Tips

  • Use a combination of salmon (for richness), white fish like cod (for flake), and smoked haddock (for savory depth).
  • Infuse the milk for your sauce with onion, bay leaf, and peppercorns for 10 minutes before making the roux.
  • Place the fish in the dish raw; the heat from the oven and the sauce will cook it perfectly without making it rubbery.

Variations

  • Luxury Pie: Add some king prawns or scallops to the mix for a special occasion.
  • Cheesy Mash: Add a handful of grated mature cheddar and a touch of mustard to the mashed potato topping.

Storage

Store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C until piping hot to keep the potato top crisp.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with a side of buttered garden peas or steamed samphire.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the filling before eating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to use smoked fish?

It provides the signature ‘fish pie’ flavor, but you can omit it if you prefer a much milder taste.

How do I prevent a watery pie?

Ensure your white sauce is thick enough and drain the fish well if it was previously frozen.

Can I use sweet potato for the top?

Yes, though it is softer than regular potato, so you may want to mix it with some white potato for stability.

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