English Fish Mornay
Indulge in the comforting flavors of English Fish Mornay, a rich and creamy baked fish dish that's perfect for seafood lovers. Featuring tender white fish fillets like cod or haddock, this classic recipe is elevated with a velvety cheese sauce made from cheddar, Parmesan, and a hint of Dijon mustard. A golden breadcrumb topping, infused with fresh parsley, adds the perfect crunch to every bite. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a simple baking process, this dish is ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a hearty and satisfying meal. A blend of traditional English flavors and delightful textures, Fish Mornay is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or pollock)
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 30 grams plain flour
- 400 ml whole milk
- 100 ml double cream
- 100 grams cheddar cheese
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 grams breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) or gas mark 6.
Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the fish fillets in a single layer. Sprinkle with lemon juice and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth paste (roux).
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Add the double cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 2 minutes.
Stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and fully combined. Remove the sauce from the heat.
Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the fish fillets in the baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and chopped parsley. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheese sauce.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the fish is cooked through.
Serve hot with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.7 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.3 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 669 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 4228 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 183.7 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.5 mcg | 173% | |
| Calcium | 1644 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2836 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
