"Jellied eels are a traditional English dish that originated in the 18th century, primarily in the East End of London.
The dish consists of chopped eels boiled in a spiced stock that is allowed to cool and set, forming a jelly. It is eaten cold." Quoted from wikipedia.
They were popular in at the end of the second world war as a cheap staple for poor people, sadly there are few pie mash houses due to gentrification and the way peoples tastes have changed.
I don't know why I love jellied eels but I do especially the jelly.
The savoury jelly is just delicious with chilli vinegar.
My favourite pie mash places are in Croydon and Hoxton but a while ago due to lockdown I had to get the jellied eel pots to satisfy my cravings.
The pots tasted just as well especially my favourite jelly.
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