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🍽Fish pie
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Fish pie

Cooking With Kids

A rich and comforting seafood creation featuring succulent white fish and shrimp enveloped in a delicate, velvety sauce, topped with a golden-crisp potato and Jerusalem artichoke mash. The fusion of aged Gruyere, fresh herbs, and bright lemon imparts an elegant depth, resulting in a sophisticated, warming meal ideal for refined home entertaining.

Prep
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
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What to know about Fish pie

British-style fish pie with a golden, fluffy mashed-potato crust over a creamy filling of delicate white fish, scented with nutmeg. Cozy comfort food for a family dinner—kid-friendly and dairy-based, not suitable for kosher kitchens.

Timing
55 min
Serves
4
Dietary notes
Egg-free, Cooking With Kids, Peanut-free, Sesame-free

⚠️Before cooking, check ingredient labels and cross-contact risk for your dietary needs.

This is not medical advice. For allergies or dietary restrictions, always confirm with your healthcare provider.

Instructions

Servings:4
  1. 1Put the potatoes in a large pan of cold salted water and bring to the boil. Lower the heat, cover, then simmer gently for 15 minutes until tender. Drain, then return to the pan over a low heat for 30 seconds to drive off any excess water. Mash with 1 tbsp olive oil, then season.
  2. 2Meanwhile put the milk in a large sauté pan, add the fish and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat, cover and stand for 3 minutes. Remove the fish (reserving the milk) and pat dry with kitchen paper, then gently flake into an ovenproof dish, discarding the skin and any bones.

Nutrition

Calories
1033
Protein
28.1g
Carbs
182.5g

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Family cooking

Cooking With Kids

Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.

EasyAge 4-12

Age 3-5

Small helper

  • Mash soft ingredients
  • Wash fruit and vegetables
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Age 6-8

Kitchen explorer

  • Stir a batter
  • Measure simple ingredients
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Chef tips

To keep the fish tender and juicy, be careful not to overcook it during the initial sear. Cutting the fish into even cubes ensures it cooks through perfectly in the sauce while baking. For a twist, use a mix of salmon and white fish. You can also sprinkle golden breadcrumbs over the mashed potato topping for a crunchy finish that kids will love.

Culinary reasoning

A rich and comforting seafood creation featuring succulent white fish and shrimp enveloped in a delicate, velvety sauce, topped with a golden-crisp potato and Jerusalem artichoke mash. The fusion of aged Gruyere, fresh herbs, and bright lemon imparts an elegant depth, resulting in a sophisticated, warming meal ideal for refined home entertaining.

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3Heat the remaining oil in a pan, stir in the flour and cook for 30 seconds. Gradually stir in 200-250ml of the reserved milk (discard the rest). Grate in nutmeg, season, then bubble until thick. Stir in the cream.
  • 4Preheat the oven to 190°C/fan170°C/gas
  • 5Grate the artichokes and add to the dish with the leek, prawns and herbs. Stir the lemon zest and juice into the sauce, then pour over. Mix gently with a wooden spoon.
  • 6Spoon the mash onto the fish mixture, then use a fork to make peaks, which will crisp and brown as it cooks. Sprinkle over the cheese, then bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and bubbling. Serve with wilted greens.

    • Ingredients

    • 900g Floury Potatoes
    • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
    • 600ml Semi-skimmed Milk
    • 800g White Fish Fillets
    • 1 tbsp Plain flour
    • Grating Nutmeg
    • 3 tbsp Double Cream
    • 200g Jerusalem Artichokes
    • 1 finely sliced Leek
    • 200g peeled raw Prawns
    • Large handful Parsley
    • Handful Dill
    • Grated zest of 1 Lemon
    • 25g grated Gruyère
    • Juice of 1 Lemon

    Nutrition

    Calories
    1033
    Protein
    28.1g
    Carbs
    182.5g

    Chef tips

    To keep the fish tender and juicy, be careful not to overcook it during the initial sear. Cutting the fish into even cubes ensures it cooks through perfectly in the sauce while baking. For a twist, use a mix of salmon and white fish. You can also sprinkle golden breadcrumbs over the mashed potato topping for a crunchy finish that kids will love.

    Recommended Equipment & Products

    • ⚡Electric hand mixer
      Amazon

    Disclosure: these are currently regular search links, not affiliate links, and we do not earn a commission. Check current prices, availability and product labels before buying.

    Age 9+

    Confident cook

    • Read the steps
    • Portion and shape
    An older child reading a recipe while measuring ingredients independently

    Adults only

    Grown-up task

    • Use heat
    • Handle sharp tools
    An adult safely handling a hot oven tray with oven mitts

    Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.

    Skills Kids Practice

    • Following instructions
    • Fine motor skills
    • Counting
    • Teamwork

    A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.

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