This Mahi Mahi Pot Pie is a modern twist on the classic comfort food dish. Tender flakes of mahi mahi fish are cooked in a creamy sauce with vegetables and topped with a flaky puff pastry crust. It's a hearty and delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb mahi mahi fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened.
- Stir in the flour and cook for another minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Add the mahi mahi pieces and frozen peas to the skillet and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with the puff pastry sheet, trimming any excess pastry.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Interesting Facts
Mahi mahi is a mild-flavored fish that is perfect for pairing with rich, creamy sauces.
Pot pies were originally a way to use up leftover meat and vegetables, but now they are a popular comfort food dish.