Fresh Mackerel With Roasted Rhubarb
This recipe combines the unique tartness of roasted rhubarb with the delicate flavor of mackerel, creating a dish that is both elegant and flavorful. The rhubarb is gently roasted to perfection, while the mackerel is pan-seared to a crispy perfection, then finished off with a tangy caper and sherry vinegar sauce. Each bite is a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Serve this dish for a special dinner and impress your guests with this creative and delicious combination.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4-5 stalks rhubarb
- good shake of light brown sugar
- 2 fresh mackerel
- a little plain flour
- a couple of good glugs of fruity olive oil
- a few sprigs of rosemary
- 1 tbsp capers
- splash sherry vinegar
Instructions
- For the roasted rhubarb, preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Cut the rhubarb into 15cm/6in or so lengths (about the length of a wooden spoon-handle) and place in a roasting tin with half a tea-cup of water and the light brown sugar. Roast until just soft enough to take the point of a knife, about 10-15 minutes. Allow to cool, then drain, reserving the cooking juices.
- Dip the skin side of each mackerel fillet into the seasoned flour to lightly coat. Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Gently place the mackerel fillets in the hot pan, skin-side down, and scatter over the rosemary. Add the roasted rhubarb to the side of the pan to heat through and add the capers for a little vinegary flavour.
- Turn the mackerel after just two or so minutes when you can see that the mackerel is cooked halfway up the fillet. Cook for a further minute or two, then add the sherry vinegar for richness and allow to just come to the boil in the pan before removing the mackerel and the rhubarb. To the pan juices, add a little of the juices from the reserved roasted rhubarb to just lift the crispy bits from the pan where all the flavour is. Serve straightaway, with the sauce over the mackerel with the rhubarb on the side.
Cook Time
30M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 2
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