Grilled Mackerel With Harissa & Coriander Couscous
In this recipe, fresh mackerel fillets are marinated with zesty lime and harissa paste, then grilled to perfection. Served on a bed of flavorful couscous mixed with spring onions and coriander, this dish offers a delightful blend of tangy and spicy flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 small whole mackerel , gutted and filleted
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- grated zest and juice 1 lime , plus wedges to serve
- 1 bunch spring onions , finely sliced
- 2 tbsp harissa paste (more depending on taste)
- 140g couscous
- 500ml hot vegetable stock
- 3 tbsp chopped coriander , plus sprigs to serve
Instructions
- Brush each fillet 2-3 times with a little of the olive oil and rub with the lime zest. Season and sprinkle with half the lime juice then marinate for 5 mins.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large pan. Add half the onions and harissa, and stir over a medium heat for 2-3 mins. Stir in the couscous and toss to coat with the harissa. Add the hot stock, cover and remove from the heat. Stand for 5 mins, fluff with a fork and stir in the remaining spring onions, coriander, lime juice and some seasoning. Heat the grill.
- Grill the mackerel for 3-4 mins on each side or until the flesh is opaque. Divide the couscous between 4 plates and slide a fillet on top. Serve with lime wedges.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT20M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 502 calories
- Fat Content: 33 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 6 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 21 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 3 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 31 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.65 milligram of sodium
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