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Fish Pie with Mashed Potato Topping

Fish pie with mashed potato topping, an all-time favourite classic British recipe that brings all the family together around the table. A creamy, salmon and veggies filling topped with cheesy mashed potatoes, and baked until golden, this is what comfort food looks like. It's a lot easier to make than it looks, and the leftovers can be transformed into delicious fish cakes. A good recipe for Lent or Easter too.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 611 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

For the fish filling
  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 spring onion
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 25 g butter
  • 1 tablespoon plain flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • a pinch of ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
For the mashed potato topping:
  • 1 kg potatoes
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 knob of butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
Herbs
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill and parsely

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (390 Fahrenheit).
  2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking tray, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 15 minutes until thoroughly cooked.
  3. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool.
  4. Place the cubed potatoes in a pot and cover with water.
  5. Add a pinch of salt and boil until tender.
  6. Drain the water, then add milk, salt and butter.
  7. Use a masher to mash until it's light and creamy.
  8. Set aside.
  9. In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the flour, whisking well.
  10. Add the milk and continue to whisk until the sauce thickens.
  11. Next, season with ground black pepper, add the parmesan cheese, dijon mustard, and stir.
  12. In goes the salmon, which can be cut into chunks or use two forks to shred them.
  13. The mixed veggies and chopped spring onion can go in as well.
  14. Give the mixture a good stir and spoon it onto 2 smaller oven-proof dishes or a larger one.
  15. Top it with mashed potatoes and sprinkle over the cheddar cheese.
  16. Bake at 180 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit) for 20-25 minutes until golden and piping hot.

Notes

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Nutrition Information

Calories 611kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 60g (20%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Cholesterol 127mg (42%) Sodium 1295mg (54%) Potassium 2065mg (59%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 1055IU (21%) Vitamin C 66.7mg (74%) Calcium 350mg (35%) Iron 3.3mg (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 611

% Daily Value*

Calories 611kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 127mg 42%
Sodium 1295mg 54%
Potassium 2065mg 44%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 1055IU 21%
Vitamin C 66.7mg 74%
Calcium 350mg 35%
Iron 3.3mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.