Cod Fish Pie with Mashed Potato

This is a 3-layer meal that only takes 30 minutes to bake in the oven! It has two layers of mashed potatoes and one layer of cod, carrot and onion. It's brushed on top with beaten egg yolk to add color and even more flavor to the recipe!

We often make this type of recipe when we are running out of ideas or to use up what we have in the fridge. In this case it was cod, but you can also make it with ground beef or pork, tuna or fish.

This is one of those recipes that never fails! Add a special touch to your dinner with this easy and tasty culinary experience. It's the perfect meal to serve for lunch with the whole family! Everyone will love the texture of the Mashed potatoes and the simple and tasty cod mixture.

We are sure that this recipe will become one of your favorite meals! If you are looking for recipes for a family lunch, we suggest this Portuguese style baked fish, Easy lasagna casserole, Homemade chicken stew, Roasted pork loin with chestnuts and many other recipes that we have on our website!

HOW TO MAKE COD FISH PIE WITH MASHED POTATO

Step 1: Peel the potatoes and rinse. Cut the potatoes into small pieces.

Step 2: Place potatoes in a large saucepan or large pot. Cover the potatoes with salted water (the water should cover all the potatoes).

Step 3: Bring to a boil over high heat. When starts boiling, reduce to medium low heat and cook just until the potatoes are fork tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 4: Turn off the heat and drain the potatoes cooking water. Mash the cooked potatoes with a potato masher. Season with lemon juice, pepper, nutmeg, margarine (or butter) and milk.

Place the pan back on medium-low heat and stir with a wooden spoon until potatoes are smooth and creamy.

Step 5: Cook the cod in a large saucepan with water for about 10 minutes.

Step 6: Remove the cod from the pan with a skimmer. Remove the skin and bones and flake the cod with a fork, set aside.

Step 7: In a large skillet, add the chopped onion, grated carrot, minced garlic and olive oil. Sauté over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8: Add the cod flakes and season with pepper (season with salt if necessary). Stir and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).

Step 10: In a baking dish, place a layer of mashed potatoes, a layer of cod mixture and a layer of mashed potatoes. In a baking dish, place a layer of mashed potatoes, a layer of cod mixture and a layer of mashed potatoes. Brush the top with beaten egg yolk.

Step 11: Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.

RECIPE TIPS

1. If it starts to brown too much, reduce the oven temperature or cover with aluminum foil.

2. If you have any leftovers or want to save the recipe for another time, store the recipe in the refrigerator in a airtight container (to prevent the growth of microorganisms). Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days.

HOW TO DESALT COD

1. Rinse the cod under cold water.

2. Place the cod with the skin facing up in a large bowl and cover it with cold water.

3. Allow the cod to soak for at least 24 hours, changing the water every 8 to 12 hours.

4. After 24 hours, taste a small piece of the cod to check for saltiness. If it is still too salty, continue soaking and changing the water until it reaches your desired level of saltiness.

5. The soaking time may vary depending on the thickness of the cod and the quantity of salt the cod have.

Cod Fish Pie with Mashed Potato

This delicious cod fish pie with mashed potato is a simple, comforting and creamy recipe with an incredible mix of flavors! Bake until golden brown!

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by Pedro Barbosa
Category:Cod, Main dishes, Recipes
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Prep Time:20 m
Cook Time:55 m
Total Time:1:15 h
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Ingredients
For the mashed potatoes:
• 1.2 kg (2 2/3 pounds) russet potatoes (or Yukon gold potatoes)
• 1 tablespoon margarine or butter to room temperature
• Juice of half lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 350 ml (1 1/2 cups) warm whole milk
• Salt (to taste)
• Water (about 1.5 L (6 cups))
For the cod mixture:
• 800 grams (1 3/4 pounds) salt cod, soaked for 24 hours
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium onion
• 50 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 egg yolk
Directions
1. Peel the potatoes and rinse. Cut the potatoes into small pieces.
2. Place potatoes in a large saucepan or large pot. Cover the potatoes with salted water (the water should cover all the potatoes).
3. Bring to a boil over high heat. When starts boiling, reduce to medium low heat and cook just until the potatoes are fork tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and drain the potatoes cooking water. Mash the cooked potatoes with a potato masher. Season with lemon juice, pepper, nutmeg, margarine (or butter) and milk. Place the pan back on medium-low heat and stir with a wooden spoon until potatoes are smooth and creamy.
5. Cook the cod in a large saucepan with water for about 10 minutes.
6. Remove the cod from the pan with a skimmer. Remove the skin and bones and flake the cod with a fork, set aside.
7. In a large skillet, add the chopped onion, grated carrot, minced garlic and olive oil. Sauté over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Add the cod flakes and season with pepper (season with salt if necessary). Stir and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
10. In a baking dish, place a layer of mashed potatoes, a layer of cod mixture and a layer of mashed potatoes. Brush the top with beaten egg yolk.
11. Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cod Fish Pie with Mashed Potato
Nutrition facts
Serves 4
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 773
Total Fat 31.5 g(40%)
Saturated Fat 14.5 g(72%)
Cholesterol 379 mg(126%)
Sodium 13172mg(573%)
Total Carbohydrate 72.5 g(26%)
Protein 47 g