Fried Mackerel
2 servings
20 minutes
High fish oil content, dense flesh and strong aroma make mackerel ideal for grilling or frying.
Calories443.3kcal
Proteins37.4grams
Fats32.8grams
Carbohydrates0.1grams
1
Gut the fish, remove the insides, head, and fins. Cut the fish in half.
- Mackerel: 1 piece
2
Make crosswise cuts on the skin on each side of the fillet. Pat the fish dry with a paper towel. Generously salt the fish on both sides. Set aside for 20 minutes.
- Salt: 2 g
3
Heat the grill pan over medium heat and grease it with vegetable oil.
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
4
Shake off the visible salt grains, place the fish skin-side down, and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Salt: 2 g
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: 5 ml
5
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom edges turn golden brown and the flesh whitens. Flip and cook on the other side for about 2 minutes.
