Mary Berry Fish Pie Recipe
This Merry Berry Fish Pie is a delightful dishthat is sure to please your guests. The flaky crust, the succulent fish, and the sweet berries cometogether to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more. This recipe is also relatively easy to follow, so even novice cooks can create a masterpiece.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- ¼ cup ice water
- A pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 1.5 lbs fresh white fish fillets cubed
- 1 cup mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh dill chopped
For the Sauce
- 2 cups whole milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mastering the Crust:
- o In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt.
- o Add the cubed unsalted butter and, using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, blend the ingredients until they resemble coarse crumbs.
- Crafting the Filling:
- o In a mixing bowl, gently combine the sautéed fish, mixed berries, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, feta cheese, and fresh dill.
- The Velvety Sauce:
- o In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- o Add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously until a roux forms.
- o Gradually pour in the whole milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- o Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to a velvety consistency.
- Assembling the Culinary Creation:
- o Roll out the chilled dough to fit your pie dish.
- o Gently press it in, leaving some overhang.
- o Pour the filling into the crust.
- o Ladle the creamy sauce over the top, ensuring an even distribution.
- o Fold the excess dough over the filling, creating a rustic edge.
- o Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.