Hairy Bikers Healthy Fish Pie Recipe
A light and nutritious version of the classic British fish pie. This recipe uses low-fat ingredients without sacrificing the creamy texture or rich seafood flavor. It is perfect for a healthy family dinner that feels like a treat.
Ingredients
- 700 g Potatoes
- 300 g White Fish (Cod or Haddock)
- 200 g Salmon
- 150 g Prawns
- 500 ml Skimmed Milk
- 2 tbsp Cornflour
- 100 g Frozen Peas
- 1 bunch Fresh Parsley
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
Instructions
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Peel and chop your potatoes into small chunks. Place them in a pot of cold water. Add a small pinch of salt for flavor.
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Boil the potatoes until they are very soft. This usually takes about fifteen minutes total. Check them with a sharp fork frequently.
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Drain the water from the potato pot completely. Mash them with a splash of skimmed milk. Keep mashing until the texture is smooth.
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Cut the fresh fish into medium bite-sized pieces. Place the fish chunks into your baking dish. Scatter the prawns over the fish evenly.
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Mix the milk and cornflour in a pan. Whisk them together while the milk is cold. This prevents lumps from forming later on.
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Heat the milk mixture on the stove now. Stir it constantly until it becomes quite thick. Add the peas and the chopped parsley.
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Pour the hot sauce over the raw fish. Ensure all the fish is covered well. Squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.
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Spread the mashed potatoes over the fish sauce. Use a fork to make small ridges. These ridges will get very crunchy in the oven.
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Place the dish in a preheated oven. Bake it for about twenty-five minutes total. The top should look very golden and crisp.
Notes
Use fresh fish for the best flavor results.
Do not overcook the fish before baking it.
Add some lemon zest for a fresh zing.
Make sure the mash covers the sauce completely.
Use a fork to create a crispy top.
Season the sauce well with black pepper only.
Try adding a little mustard for extra kick.