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Grilled Mackerel Delight

Grilled Mackerel Delight

Discover the flavorful and easy-to-make Grilled Mackerel Delight packed with spices and herbs. Perfect for a quick healthy meal. Try it today.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole mackerel, scaled, gutted, and cleaned
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon bouillon powder or seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon mixed peppercorns or black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander seeds
  • ¼ cup oil for marinating and basting

Equipment

  • Baking tray with foil
  • Rack or grill pan
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Paper towels
  • Brush for basting

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with foil.
  2. Place a rack on top of the baking tray.
  3. Pat the mackerel dry with paper towels and make diagonal cuts on both sides.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the parsley, thyme, seasoned salt, ginger, onion powder, bouillon powder, paprika, pepper, and coriander into a paste.
  5. Rub the marinade all over the fish and inside the cavity.
  6. Let the fish marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  7. Place the marinated mackerel on the rack, brush lightly with oil, and place in the oven.
  8. After 10 minutes, carefully flip the fish and brush with more oil.
  9. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the skin is golden and slightly charred.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be served at casual gatherings or fancy dinner parties. You can substitute mackerel with salmon or trout. For a twist, try lime zest instead of lemon. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days, or freeze for up to a month. Add a splash of citrus juice to the marinade to enhance flavors. Freshly cooked mackerel is best enjoyed immediately, but proper storage keeps it tasty for later.
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