Best 2 Easy Fish Pie Recipes

Indulge in the culinary delight of a classic British comfort food – the irresistible fish pie. This dish, a symphony of flavors and textures, is a delectable combination of flaky fish, creamy sauce, tender vegetables, and a golden-crusted pastry topping. Immerse yourself in the warmth and richness of this traditional dish, perfect for a cozy family meal or an elegant dinner party. Discover the secrets behind creating the perfect fish pie, from selecting the freshest fish and vegetables to mastering the art of crafting a velvety sauce. Explore variations of this timeless recipe, including a hearty seafood pie bursting with the bounty of the ocean, a vegetarian delight featuring an array of colorful vegetables, and a gluten-free option that caters to dietary restrictions. Embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of this iconic dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY FISH PIE

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Living by the sea, we try to eat fish often and this hearty meal is an easy way to enjoy a little bit of what you fancy! This fish pie is good enough for a dinner party and the kids love it, too. Serve with a green salad or green steamed vegetables like broccoli.

Provided by CharlieB

Categories Seafood Fish Tilapia

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 medium potatoes
½ cup butter, divided
1 medium white Spanish onion, chopped
1 ½ cups grated medium Cheddar cheese
1 ¼ cups light cream, or as needed
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds white fish - skinned, boned, and cut into chunks
½ pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cut a small slit in each potato and place onto a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, about 1 hour 10 minutes.
While the potatoes are baking, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Mix in Cheddar cheese, cream, mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is warm and Cheddar has melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Place white fish and shrimp in a 3 1/2-quart oven-proof baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over the fish; stir until well combined.
Scoop the flesh out of the baked potatoes and place in a large bowl; discard the skins. Add 4 tablespoons butter and season with salt and pepper. Mash with a fork until butter has melted and potatoes are smooth. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top of the fish.
Bake until sauce is bubbling and potato topping is golden brown, about 55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 171.8 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.1 g, Sodium 401.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EASY FISH PIE RECIPE

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Having a chunk of something smoked is definitely a must as far as I like it, it brings a real depth and richness to the dish as well as (again!) making it more sustainable since we have real good smoked fish available to buy online or in supermarkets like haddock or salmon.

Provided by Ramona's Cuisine -

Categories Fish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

450 g mix fish hake, cod loin and haddock
5-6 leaves spring greens i used collard
4 small potatoes thinly sliced (for topping)
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter
1/2 medium fennel
3 small celery sticks
3 small shallots
1/2 medium leek
2 cloves garlic
200 ml milk
nutmeg
salt sea salt or himalayan
1 pinch pepper freshly ground
60 g grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven and prepare one big or two smaller ovenproof dishes. You may slightly grease them if you like.
2. Place a pan on medium fire, add a tablespoon of coconut oil, or butter, add the roughly chopped shallots, crushed and chopped garlic and a pinch of salt Cook for 2 min.
3. Add the chopped leeks, celery, fennel and cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Add the spring greens chopped and cook for 1 or 2 more minutes stirring in occasionally.
5. Pour in the milk and cook for 1 further minute. Turn off the heat.
6. Split the fish pieces into two and place those at the bottom of the ovenproof dishes. Sprinkle some salt and freshly ground pepper. I used two dishes but you can just use one.
7. Split the vegetables and layer those into equal amounts over the seasoned fish.
8. Using a mandolin slicer, slice the potatoes and layers those over the fish pie.
9. Place the pies in the preheated oven and cook for 25-30 min at 190C/375F.
10. Take out and add the grated cheese. Cook for a further 10 minutes.
11. Serve while hot along with a nice leafy salad or as it is. Goes well with some homemade crusty bread.

Tips:

Choose a firm-fleshed fish for your pie, such as cod, haddock, or salmon.
Don't overcook the fish, or it will become dry and tough.
Use a variety of vegetables in your pie, such as potatoes, carrots, peas, and leeks.
Make sure the sauce is thick enough to coat the fish and vegetables.
Use a good quality puff pastry for the top of the pie.
Brush the puff pastry with egg wash before baking to give it a golden brown color.

Conclusion:

Fish pie is a classic British dish that is perfect for a family meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little planning, you can have a delicious fish pie on the table in no time.