Baked mackerel with creamy sauce
4 servings
75 minutes
Baked mackerel in creamy sauce is a refined combination of simple ingredients that transforms into a culinary masterpiece. Inspired by European culinary traditions, this recipe surprises with its depth of flavor and aroma. The tender fillet of mackerel, baked to perfection, retains its juiciness and natural sweetness. The creamy sauce with hints of garlic, leeks, and lemon adds harmony, turning each serving into a gastronomic delight. This dish is perfect for a festive dinner or a cozy family evening and can be paired with vegetables or potato sides. Due to its simplicity in preparation, it is ideal for both experienced cooks and beginners looking to bring sophistication to their home cooking.
1
Cut the fillet into portion pieces, place in a heatproof dish (I arranged it vertically) and bake until done. No need to salt the fish.
- Mackerel fillet: 2 kg
2
While the fish is baking, chop the onion, leek, green pepper, and garlic (2-4 cloves) and sauté in olive oil until translucent.
- Onion: 1 piece
- White part of leek: 1 piece
- Green pepper: 0.5 piece
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Olive oil: 50 ml
3
Pour in the broth released during baking the fish and heat on low for about five minutes.
- Mackerel fillet: 2 kg
4
Blend, add lemon juice to taste, cream, and heat for five minutes. Season with salt and ground pepper.
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Cream: 50 ml
- Salt: 30 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Pour sauce over the fish and enjoy eating.