Best 4 Simple Baked Finnan Haddie Recipes

**Finnan Haddie: A Scottish Delicacy with a Story to Tell**

With its delicate smoky flavor and tender flesh, Finnan Haddie, a traditional Scottish dish, has captured the hearts of seafood enthusiasts for centuries. This delectable fish, typically made with smoked haddock, holds a unique place in Scottish culinary history and offers a versatile canvas for a variety of culinary creations. Our article delves into the world of Finnan Haddie, presenting a collection of recipes that showcase its versatility and allow you to savor its distinct flavors in different ways. From the classic baked Finnan Haddie to creative takes like Finnan Haddie kedgeree and Finnan Haddie fishcakes, these recipes provide a delightful journey through the culinary possibilities of this beloved Scottish fish.

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

SIMPLE, BAKED FINNAN HADDIE

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Finnan haddie is a Scottish dish with smoked haddock. This is a simple, old family recipe that comes from the Maritimes - Canada. We always called this 'the milk fish'. This goes great with the traditional mashed potatoes and peas.

Provided by Lins444

Categories Seafood Fish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 pounds smoked haddock fillets
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup melted butter
2 cups warm milk

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Place smoked haddock into a glass baking dish. Whisk flour into the melted butter until smooth, then whisk in milk, and pour over the haddock.
Bake in preheated oven until the sauce has thickened, and the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 143.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1242.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

FINNAN HADDIE (SMOKED HADDOCK) FLAVORS OF CAPE COD

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My husband loves this dish, he is from a Scottish family and his mom used to make it. The name comes from the Scottish town of Findon and the slang word for haddock. In the 1800s in Findon, fishwives hung lightly salted or, as Down Easters would say, slack-salted, haddock in their chimneys to be smoked gently over peat fires....

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories Fish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 lb finnan haddie (smoked haddock)
2 c milk or half and half
1 1/2 c bec'hamel sauce (recipe follows)
4-5 potatoes, parboiled and quartered
BECHAMEL SAUCE:
2 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 c chicken broth (can use some of the stock from the soaked fish)
1/4 c lemon juice
salt to taste,sliced thin lemons and parsley for garnish
MELT BUTTER AND ADD FLOUR, BLEND WELL, REMOVE FROM HEAT AND ADD BROTH. HEAT STIRRING CONSTANTLY TIL THICKENED. WHISK IN LEMON JUICE, POUR OVER FISH AND GARNISH W/LEMON SLICES

Steps:

1. Soak finnan haddie which has had skin and bones (if any) removed in lukewarm milk or half and half or water for 30-40 minutes. Drain well. Put fish in 9" X 13" baking dish. Surround the fish with the quartered potatoes. Cover with Bechamel sauce. Bake in a 350 degree oven until potatoes are done =45 to 60 minutes. Serves 4-6 (picture from Ifood)

FINNAN HADDIE

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This is a very old, very Canadian Recipe. When I was little it was one of my favorites. Finnan haddie is dried smoked & salted Haddock. I have used dried salt Cod also and both are very nice

Provided by conniecooks

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 2h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 lb finnan haddie
2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 cups cubed cooked potatoes

Steps:

In a shallow baking dish cover Finan haddie with milk.
Let Stand 1 hour.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.
Drain, reserving liquid and separate into flakes.
In a saucepan melt butter. Blend in flour until smooth.
Gradually stir in reserved milk.
Cook stirring constantly until thickened.
Blend in eggs.
Add reserved fish and potatoes, stirring occaionally until fish is heated through.
Serve in soup bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.6, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 197, Sodium 614.2, Carbohydrate 24.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.8, Protein 23.9

THE BOSTON RITZ-CARLTON'S CREAMED FINNAN HADDIE

The Boston Ritz-Carlton's Creamed Finnan Haddie image

Provided by Jonathan Reynolds

Categories appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 pounds finnan haddie (smoked haddock), skinned, boned and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 cups heavy cream
2 egg yolks
Cayenne pepper to taste
Hot buttered toast points (use 1 slice of bread for each serving)

Steps:

Cover the finnan haddie with water and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
Boil 1 1/2 cups of the cream until reduced by half. In a bowl, mix the egg yolks with the remaining cream and whisk in the hot cream. Return the egg-yolk mixture to the saucepan and whisk constantly until hot but not boiling. Season with cayenne.
Divide the haddock over toast points, spoon sauce on top and serve.

Tips:

Choose good quality, fresh finnan haddie fillets for the best results.
If you can't find finnan haddie, you can use another mild-flavored fish, such as cod or haddock.
Soak the fish in milk for 30 minutes before cooking to help reduce the saltiness.
Use a light hand with the butter and salt, as the fish can easily become too salty.
Bake the fish at a low temperature to prevent it from drying out.
Serve the fish with a simple garnish, such as lemon wedges or fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Baked finnan haddie is a classic Scottish dish that is easy to make and delicious. With its delicate flavor and moist texture, it is a perfect choice for a light and healthy meal. So next time you're looking for a simple yet satisfying dish, give baked finnan haddie a try.