How To Bbq Mackerel?

This delectable grilled mackerel’s crispy, smoky skin and juicy, flavorful flesh are to die for. Packed with Omega 3, it’s a healthy family favourite dinner.

I must first apologize for the poor photos that accompany this grilled mackerel recipe. I’ve recently made this garlicky grilled mackerel a few times, but I never managed to get a really good picture. primarily because we preferred to eat it rather than wait around to take pictures of it.

Grilled mackerel – Plus a bit on the side!

I serve this lovely grilled mackerel with a squeeze of fresh lemon and some chopped parsley for flavor.

They don’t require much else by way of accompaniment. Israeli chopped vegetable salad is the perfect side dish because the dressing’s tart lemon flavor perfectly balances the fish’s oiliness. So easy!.

Before the summer is over, I’m sure we’ll eat this dish again, so I’ll keep working to take a good picture. Any excuse to eat it again!.

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Delicious Variations

I have kept the seasoning to a minimum because mackerel already has a pretty awesome flavor, but you can certainly experiment to your taste.

Vary spices and flavorings – Use different spices for different flavor profiles like crushed garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, gluten free soy sauce, etc.

Add heat – with red pepper flakes, chipotle, cayenne pepper, etc.

Vary the fish – you can use other fish like salmon, tuna, and sea bass but the cook time may be different depending on the size of the fillets.

Store – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Yes, you can, but defrost the fish completely first before cooking.

If the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork, it is finished. Fish is considered cooked when its internal temperature reaches between 140 and 145 degrees F using an instant read thermometer.

Healthy & delicious – oily fish

Other kinds of oily fish you might like to add to your diet include:

Herring (including kippers, pickled herring and schmaltz herring)

Pilchards

Sardines

Anchovies

Salmon (including smoked salmon and tinned salmon)

Trout

Tuna

Mackerel has excellent nutritional credentials and is also relatively inexpensive when compared to other fish. Consequently, this grilled mackerel is both a cheap and a nutritious dinner!

Given that mackerel has a delicious flavor all its own, I prefer to keep things simple. This fish dish is simple and delicious because I only add lemon and garlic to the natural flavor.

All you need to make this delicious grilled mackerel yourself is:

Fresh mackerel fillets – of course!

Lemon juice

Olive oil

Garlic

Salt and pepper

also some lemon wedges and parsley that has been chopped, if you like

FAQ

Can you cook mackerel on BBQ?

Place fish on grill rack and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, turning once, or until flesh is opaque and firm.

What is the best cooking method for mackerel?

Quickly pan-frying the fillets is arguably the simplest method for preparing mackerel; just be sure to remove the pin bones first. Mackerel fillets cook quickly on the grill thanks to the high heat, which also makes the skin extremely crispy.

How do you BBQ mackerel in foil?

Place the mackerel on a hot grill after being individually wrapped in tinfoil. Open the tinfoil to see if the fish is cooked through after cooking for about 4 minutes on each side. Remove the fish from the grill after it has been wrapped in tinfoil.

How long do you cook mackerel for?

1. Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200°C, fan 180°C. Slice the skin of the mackerel on each side with a sharp knife, and season well.
2. Lay the mackerel on top of the bay leaves in a large baking dish. Add the olive oil, toss the food, and roast for 20 minutes, rotating once.