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Smothered Fish (a.k.a. Fish Mornay)

Smothered Fish which is also known as Fish Mornay is a popular dish – fish covered in a thick, tasty cheese sauce and a crunchy topping

Smothered Fish which is also known as Fish Mornay is a popular dish - fish covered in a thick, tasty cheese sauce and a crunchy topping

Serving fish to my family is always a “thing” . They are quite picky when it comes to any kind of fish, except fish fingers – they seem to love them!

But they do love this Smothered Fish recipe which is also known as Fish Mornay and we never have any leftovers (seconds are usually requested).

Fish Mornay is usually the name used in restaurants, but it could be anything, not only Fish, as it is a thick cheese sauce with a bit of crumble on the top.

I actually use this same sauce recipe over mixed vegetables as well.

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My favorite fish to use is Haddock, but it is a little pricey and also not always available. You can use any kind of fish or even chicken is delicious with this sauce.

Add some Mozzarella cheese to the topping for some extra cheese gooey-ness ! Mozzarella is not too strong and will not overpower the taste of the Fish Mornay.

Smothered Fish which is also known as Fish Mornay is a popular dish - fish covered in a thick, tasty cheese sauce and a crunchy topping #SmotheredFish #CheesyFish #FishMornay #MornaySauce

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Smothered Fish (a.k.a. Fish Mornay)

Smothered Fish a.k.a. Fish Mornay

Smothered Fish (a.k.a. Fish Mornay)

Linda Nortje
Smothered Fish which is also known as Fish Mornay is a popular dish - fish covered in a thick, tasty cheese sauce and a crunchy topping
4.61 from 23 votes
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Course Dinner
Cuisine South-African
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 327.6 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium Fish Fillets or Medallions Hake, Haddock, Tilapia etc

SAUCE/TOPPING:

  • 4 TB Butter
  • cup Flour
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock
  • ½ t Mustard Powder
  • ¼ t Salt
  • ½ t Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • ¼ t Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese grated, divided
  • ½ cup Fresh Bread Crumbs

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat the oven to 180 deg C (350 deg F) – spray an oven dish with cooking all (should be large enough for a single layer of Fish)
  • Cook the Fish as you prefer – steam, bake or fry in a non-stick pan until done – place in a single layer on the bottom of the prepared oven dish
  • SAUCE/TOPPING: Melt the Butter in a medium pan over low heat – stir in the Flour until a paste forms – add the Milk slowly, whilst stirring continuously
  • Mix together the Chicken Stock, Mustard Powder, Salt, Pepper and Nutmeg – add to the pan and stir until smooth – simmer 2 – 3 minutes until the sauce has thickened – remove from the heat
  • Stir in 3/4 cup of the Cheddar Cheese and stir until melted and smooth – pour over the Fish in the oven dish
  • Combine the remaining Cheese and Bread Crumbs – sprinkle over the sauce and bake 15 – 20 minutes until bubbly and golden
Nutrition Facts
Smothered Fish (a.k.a. Fish Mornay)
Amount per Serving
Calories
327.6
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
18.5
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
 
10.9
g
68
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4.6
g
Cholesterol
 
81.8
mg
27
%
Carbohydrates
 
12.8
g
4
%
Fiber
 
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
 
2.8
g
3
%
Protein
 
28.6
g
57
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition value, where given, is not always accurate. Please also check your ingredient labels.

Serve with mashed potatoes and vegetables on the side.

LINDA

4.61 from 23 votes (23 ratings without comment)
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Swathi Iyer

Monday 9th of February 2015

Delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop, pinning.

Michelle Meche

Saturday 7th of February 2015

I love fish of any kind, any kind of way. But I have a huge soft spot for creamy sauce. Looks delicious!

Glenna Anderson

Thursday 5th of February 2015

Oh I love fish and can't wait to try this recipe! I'm sure it will be a huge hit. Thanks for sharing with Creative Spark Link Party. Glenna @ My Paper Craze

Joy Mooiweer

Tuesday 3rd of February 2015

This sounds delicious! I'm always trying to get my kids to eat more fish, I will have to give this a try.

Florassippi Girl

Wednesday 28th of January 2015

Oh my Wow! YUM! Thanks for the recipe, Linda! Pinning. :o)

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