What is Pie and mash?

Pie And Mash | Traditional Savory Pie From London, United Kingdom | TasteAtlas

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Savory Pie Beef Dish

Pie and mash

(Pie 'n' mash)

Pie and mash is a traditional dish consisting of a pie filled with either chunks of beef or ground beef, and a side of mashed potatoes. Although the pies are nowadays filled with ground beef, in the past they were filled with eels from the Thames, which is the reason behind numerous Pie, Mash, and Eel shops in London.

Inexpensive, yet filling, pie and mash is still a staple dish of London's working class.

London, England

Serve with

Sauce

Liquor sauce

Liquor is a traditional sauce that’s typically served with pie and mash. Although there are many variations, the sauce is usually made with a combination of chopped ... Read more

WHERE TO EAT The best Pie and mash in the world (according to food experts)

Andrew Zimmern and 18 other food critics.

"Family-owned and operated since 1890, Goddards at Greenwich prides themselves in serving authentic and traditional pie & mash. For a true taste of London, your trip would not be complete without a stop here."

Simon Majumdar and 13 other food critics.

"A hefty plate containing a meaty pie with a delicious filling and flaky pastry crust and a handful of eels from which to suck the flesh before discarding the bones on the side of the plate."

Average Joes and 2 other food critics.

"This no frills eatery is perfect if you want authentic capital city pie, mash and liquor."

Tala Samman and 2 other food critics.

"The mash was fluffy and fresh as it ever could be, yet perfectly filling. This pie was a perfect choice for me, which was beyond satisfying with its rich flavors."