Ingredients
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500g (such as cod or haddock), cut into chunks White fish fillets
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2 cups Cooked rice
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1 cup Frozen peas
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1, finely chopped Onion
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2 cloves, minced Garlic
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1 cup grated Cheddar Cheese
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1 cup Milk
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2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons Butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the flour to form a roux, cooking for about a minute.
- Gradually pour in the milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, frozen peas, fish chunks, and the prepared sauce. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
