Grilled Mackerel With Sweet Soy Glaze
This vibrant and zesty mackerel dish is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Each juicy fillet is marinated in a zingy lime concoction before being delicately grilled to perfection. Topped with a tantalizing sauce featuring a harmony of soy, ginger, and a hint of sweetness, this dish is then elegantly served alongside steamed baby bok choi. A beautiful blend of Asian-inspired ingredients that will surely excite your taste buds.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 mackerel fillets (use our step-by-step guide if filleting from whole)
- zest and juice 1 lime , plus extra wedges to serve
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- butter , for greasing
- steamed baby bok choi , to serve
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 red chilli , deseeded and cut into matchsticks
- juice 1 lime
- thumb-sized piece ginger , grated
- 2 tbsp muscovado sugar
Instructions
- Score the mackerel fillets a couple of times on the skin, then lay them in a shallow dish. Sprinkle with the lime zest and juice, and leave to marinate for 5-10 mins.
- Place all of the sauce ingredients in a small pan with a splash of water and gradually bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 mins to thicken slightly, then remove from the heat and set aside.
- Turn the grill to its highest setting and place the mackerel on a greased baking tray, skin side up. Sprinkle the fillets with the olive oil and some sea salt, then grill for 5 mins until the flesh is opaque and cooked through.
- Divide bok choi between plates, lay 2 mackerel fillets on top, drizzle with the sauce and serve with a wedge of lime.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 474 calories
- Fat Content: 30 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 6 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 22 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 22 grams sugar
- Protein Content: 29 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 3 milligram of sodium
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