A chef has shared a simple twist on traditional fish pie that cuts cooking time without sacrificing flavour. John Gregory-Smith replaces the usual mashed potato topping with shop-bought gnocchi, creating a quicker and equally comforting dish.
In a TikTok video, Gregory-Smith demonstrated the recipe, which uses ready-made frozen fish that can be poached directly from frozen, eliminating the need for defrosting. The gnocchi requires just 60 seconds of boiling before being added to the pie.
For a golden, crispy finish, the chef recommends drizzling olive oil over the gnocchi before baking. He described the result as “so good” in the clip, which has garnered over 9,231 views.
Viewers praised the innovation, with comments including “Such a fun twist! Love it” and “Would never have thought of using gnocchi. Yum!” The recipe offers a faster alternative to traditional fish pie while retaining its comforting appeal.
