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Pie, Mash and Liquor

Cultural Context

Pie, Mash and Liquor originated in the working-class neighborhoods of London in the 19th century, serving as a hearty meal for laborers. The dish reflects the city's culinary history, emphasizing comfort food made from simple, affordable ingredients. Today, it remains a beloved traditional dish, often enjoyed in pie shops across London, with variations that include different fillings and sauces.

BritishGBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups suet pastry
1 lb beef mince
4 cups creamy mashed potatoes
1 cup parsley liquor
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon gelatin
2 cups jellied eels

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

meat pie

🥗Healthier: vegetable pie

💰Cheaper: potato pie

Vegetable pie offers a lighter option while maintaining flavor.

parsley liquor

🥗Healthier: parsley sauce

💰Cheaper: chicken stock with parsley

Parsley sauce is easier to make and still provides a fresh taste.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

beef stock

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: store-bought stock

Homemade vegetable stock is lower in sodium and preservatives.

1

Visit the oldest surviving pie and mash shop in London, M. Manze.

2

Order the famous pie with creamy mashed potatoes and parsley liquor.

3

Taste the pie made from suet pastry with beef mince filling.

4

Coat the pie in the parsley liquor and enjoy with mashed potatoes.

5

Taste the jellied eels served cold, noting the gelatin formed around them.

6

Add vinegar to the jellied eels for extra flavor.

Cooking Techniques

bakingsautéingboilingmashing

Equipment Needed

ovensaucepanmixing bowlpotato masherpie dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Pie and MashLondon Pie and Mash

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