Any variety, such as salmon, mackerel, or trout can work well depending on how intensely fishy you'd like your pie to taste. Any leftover smoked fish can be used in kedgeree or chowder ...

Dampen the rim of a deep pie dish with water and press the pastry strip onto the rim. Pour a little of the sauce into the dish and arrange the mackerel on top, with their heads on the edges of the ...

Fresh mackerel is usually sold whole with or without the head on. They are at their peak season in July, so keep an eye out for them at your local fishmonger. Freshness is of utmost importance ...