Sri Lankan Fish Pie Recipe | Creamy, Cheesy, Authentic

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned tuna is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cost-effective substitute.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers are milder, and jalapeños are often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.

Drain potatoes and mash them until smooth, adding butter and salt.

In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Stir in fish and cook until opaque, about 5-7 minutes.

Add coconut milk, lime juice, and curry leaves; simmer for 5 minutes.

Combine fish mixture with mashed potatoes; mix well.

Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.

Top with bread crumbs and dot with butter.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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