Traditional Three Fish Cake
What does it include?
Ingredients
- 1 kg of potatoes
- 50 g perilla butter
- splash of milk
- 50 g of Gruyère
- 75g butter
- 2 leeks sliced
- 75 g plain flour
- 150 ml white wine
- 568 ml milk
- 30 ml chopped parsley
- 250g salmon
- 250 g of haddock
- 250g smoked haddock
How to prepare it step by step?
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 (fan 180°C).
- Place the potatoes in a saucepan with cold water and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer until tender. Drain well and blend with the butter and a splash of milk. Season with pepper and taste for seasoning, adding salt if necessary.
- For the fish filling, melt the butter in a saucepan, add the leeks and cook over low heat. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until soft. Measure the flour into a small bowl, add the wine and whisk until smooth.
- Add the milk to the leeks, bring to a boil and then stir in the wine mixture. Stir until thickened, season and add the parsley and fish, stirring for two minutes. Pour into an oven-safe saucepan and spread the Gruyère cheese on top. Let cool until firm.
Full description
Savor the essence of the ocean with this exquisite Traditional Three Fish Cake. A harmonious blend of creamy potatoes, a delicate fish filling, and a golden layer of gratin cheese. This dish, prepared in just 30-40 minutes, offers a symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for a special occasion. The creamy potatoes provide a smooth base, while the salmon, haddock, and smoked haddock filling offers a rich, savory taste. Topped with melted Gruyère, it's a comforting and elegant dish that will delight your senses. Enjoy the aromatic blend of leeks and parsley, and the subtle hint of white wine in the filling. A culinary masterpiece that promises to impress!
