Mackerel fillet with mustard sauce

6 servings

60 minutes

Mackerel fillet with mustard sauce is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of fish with the spiciness of an aromatic sauce. Mackerel, known for its rich flavor and health benefits, is baked in the oven, enriched with creamy notes. Dijon mustard gives the sauce a mild sharpness, while lemon juice adds freshness and harmony. The dish is perfect for serving as a main course for dinner and gains a light spicy note from parsley. This elegant combination of ingredients makes it an excellent choice for connoisseurs of simple yet sophisticated cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 612.2
• Proteins: 86.9g
• Fats: 26.9g
• Carbohydrates: 7g

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillet: 12 pc
• Butter: 65 g
• Wheat flour: 1 tbsp
• Milk: 500 ml
• Lemon: 0.5 pc
• Dijon mustard: 3 tbsp
• Chopped parsley: 1 tbsp
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Place the mackerel fillet in a single layer at the bottom of the baking dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mackerel fillet: 12 pieces

2. Prepare mustard sauce. Melt 20 g of butter in a pot, add flour, and cook for 2 minutes while stirring constantly. Gradually pour in milk in small portions. Continue stirring and cook for another 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove the pot from heat, stir in mustard and lemon juice, and season with salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 65 g
   • Wheat flour: 1 tablespoon
   • Milk: 500 ml
   • Dijon mustard: 3 tablespoons
   • Lemon: 0.5 piece
   • Salt:  to taste

3. Pour sauce over mackerel fillet, sprinkle with chopped parsley and pieces of butter. Bake for 10-15 minutes and serve in the dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 65 g
   • Chopped parsley: 1 tablespoon