Eel pie

Eel pie is a traditional British dish made from eel, a type of freshwater fish, cooked in a flavorful sauce often with ingredients like wine, onions, and herbs. Historically popular in England, especially along the River Thames, eel pie is typically baked in a pastry crust, similar to a savory pie. It was once a common communal meal among working-class communities due to the abundance of eels in local waters. Today, eel pie is appreciated as a nostalgic or specialty dish, bringing together centuries of culinary tradition rooted in regional fishing and cooking practices.