Description
This comforting Gnocchi Fish Pie features tender gnocchi layered over a creamy fish and spring onion sauce, enriched with fresh herbs, capers, and peas. Finished under the grill to achieve a golden, puffed gnocchi topping, it’s a delicious twist on classic fish pie recipes, served alongside steamed broccoli or green beans for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Components
- 350g gnocchi
- 200ml semi-skimmed milk
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 400g fish pie mix (a mix of salmon, smoked haddock and prawns)
Flavorings & Add-ins
- 4 spring onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp chopped chives or ½ tbsp finely chopped tarragon
- 150ml reduced-fat crème fraîche
- 1 tsp capers, drained
- 200g frozen peas
- 1 tsp olive oil
To Serve
- 250g long-stem broccoli or green beans, steamed
Instructions
- Cook Gnocchi: Place the gnocchi in a deep ovenproof frying pan and cover with boiling water and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until just cooked, then drain and leave to steam-dry in the pan.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, mix a splash of the semi-skimmed milk with cornflour to form a smooth paste. Add this to the remaining milk and pour the mixture into the frying pan with the cooked gnocchi. Add the fish pie mix and sliced spring onions.
- Simmer Sauce & Cook Fish: Bring the pan contents to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the fish is just cooked. Season well with salt and pepper.
- Finish Filling: Stir in the chopped chives or tarragon, crème fraîche, drained capers, and frozen peas. Bring back to a gentle simmer to warm through evenly.
- Prepare for Grilling: Preheat the grill to medium-high. Arrange the gnocchi evenly over the filling in the pan, then brush the gnocchi with olive oil and season with freshly ground black pepper.
- Grill Topping: Place the pan under the grill for 5-10 minutes until the gnocchi puffs up and turns golden on top, forming a crisp and appetizing crust.
- Serve: Serve the gnocchi fish pie hot from the pan, accompanied by steamed long-stem broccoli or green beans on the side for a fresh green balance.
Notes
- Using an ovenproof frying pan is essential as the dish moves directly from stovetop to grill.
- Ensure the sauce is gently simmered to prevent overcooking the fish, which can become tough.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute crème fraîche with a plant-based alternative and use suitable milk.
- Gnocchi can be fresh or store-bought; cooking times may vary slightly depending on type.
- Steaming the vegetables preserves their nutrients and complements the creamy fish filling perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop and Grilling
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: gnocchi fish pie, fish pie, seafood pie, gnocchi recipes, British comfort food, easy fish dinner, fish and gnocchi bake
