Ocean's Bounty Pie
A delightful seafood pie brimming with the fresh flavors of the ocean, combined with the comforting warmth of mashed potatoes. Capturing the essence of homemade comfort food, this dish showcases perfectly smoked fish, tender prawns, and delicate crabmeat all enveloped in a rich creamy sauce with a hint of curry. Finished with a golden crust of seasoned mashed potato, it's a meal that will create lasting memories borne out of moments spent by the sea.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
21
Ingredients
Ingredients
Potatoes
200 g (peeled and cut into chunks)
Sweet Potatoes
200 g (peeled and cut into chunks)
2% Low-Fat Milk
1/4 cup (for mashing)
Salt
to taste
Pepper
to taste
Cooking Oil
2 teaspoons
Onion
1 small (diced)
Garlic
1 teaspoon (crushed)
Celery
1 stick (diced fine)
Curry Powder
1 teaspoon (heaped)
Flour
2 teaspoons
Creamed Corn
1 can (400 g)
2% Low-Fat Milk
1/2 cup (extra for sauce)
Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon (or to taste)
Chicken Stock Powder
1 teaspoon
Ground Black Pepper
to taste
Frozen Peas
1/2 cup
Smoked Fish Fillet
200 g
Prawns
200 g (cooked and peeled)
Crabmeat
100 g
Parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2
Boil potatoes and sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with 1/4 cup of milk, adding salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the crushed garlic and diced celery, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
4
Stir in the curry powder and flour, cooking for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
5
Pour in the creamed corn and extra 1/2 cup of milk, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring continuously until it thickens.
6
Season with chicken stock powder, ground black pepper (to taste), and add frozen peas. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to blend flavors.
7
Gently fold in the smoked fish, prawns, crabmeat, and parsley, ensuring the seafood is evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
8
Transfer the seafood mixture to an ovenproof dish. Carefully spread the mashed potatoes over the top, using a fork to rough up the surface for a crispy finish.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
10
For an extra crispy top, you may wish to place the dish under the grill (broiler) for an additional 2-3 minutes.
11
Serve hot with a fresh rocket salad on the side.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean's Bounty Pie?
Ocean's Bounty Pie is a delightful seafood dish featuring smoked fish, prawns, and crabmeat in a creamy curry-hinted sauce, topped with a golden crust of mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to provide 4 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking the pie?
The oven should be preheated to 180°C (350°F) before baking.
What ingredients are used for the potato topping?
The topping consists of 200g of potatoes and 200g of sweet potatoes, mashed with 1/4 cup of milk, salt, and pepper.
How long should the potatoes be boiled?
The potatoes and sweet potatoes should be boiled in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until they are tender.
What seafood is included in the filling?
The pie contains 200g of smoked fish fillet, 200g of cooked and peeled prawns, and 100g of crabmeat.
What vegetables are sautéed for the sauce base?
The base is made by sautéing one small diced onion, a teaspoon of crushed garlic, and one finely diced celery stick.
How do I thicken the seafood sauce?
The sauce is thickened by stirring in flour and cooking it for 2 minutes, then adding creamed corn and milk and bringing it to a boil.
What gives the sauce its unique flavor profile?
The sauce features a blend of curry powder, creamed corn, lemon juice, chicken stock powder, and ground black pepper.
When should I add the frozen peas?
Frozen peas should be added to the sauce after it has thickened, simmering them gently for 3-4 minutes.
How do I ensure the seafood is properly integrated?
Gently fold the smoked fish, prawns, crabmeat, and parsley into the sauce to ensure the seafood is evenly distributed without breaking up too much.
How can I make the potato topping extra crispy?
Use a fork to rough up the surface of the mashed potatoes before baking and optionally place it under the grill (broiler) for 2-3 minutes at the end.
How long does the pie need to bake in the oven?
The pie should bake for 20-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
What should I serve as a side dish?
It is recommended to serve the hot pie with a fresh rocket salad on the side.
Is there any lemon juice in the recipe?
Yes, one tablespoon of lemon juice (or to taste) is added to the sauce for acidity.
What type of milk is used in this recipe?
The recipe specifies using 2% low-fat milk for both the mashed topping and the sauce.
How much creamed corn is required?
You will need one 400g can of creamed corn.
What kind of oil should I use?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of cooking oil to sauté the vegetables.
What herb is used to season the seafood mixture?
Two tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley are folded into the seafood filling.
Can I use different types of fish?
While the recipe specifies smoked fish, you can experiment with other fresh white fish, though the flavor profile may change.
Do I need to cook the prawns before adding them to the pie?
The recipe calls for 200g of prawns that are already cooked and peeled.
How much curry powder is used?
One heaped teaspoon of curry powder is used to flavor the sauce.
What is the role of the chicken stock powder?
One teaspoon of chicken stock powder is used as a primary seasoning agent for the creamy sauce.
Is this a main course dish?
Yes, it is categorized as a main course and a hearty comfort food.
How much flour is needed for the roux?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of flour to help thicken the sauce.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is rich and creamy due to the combination of milk, creamed corn, and the natural juices from the seafood.
Are the potatoes peeled?
Yes, both the regular potatoes and sweet potatoes should be peeled and cut into chunks before boiling.
Can I substitute the sweet potatoes?
You can use all regular potatoes if sweet potatoes are unavailable, though you will lose the subtle sweetness and color they provide.
Is the garlic fresh or powdered?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of crushed garlic, which is typically fresh.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe consists of 21 individual ingredients including seasonings.