I really love this fried mackerel recipe. Fish is one of the healthiest types of meat, rich in omega-3s and other nutrients that are great for the body. This dish is incredibly tasty, easy to make, and pairs wonderfully with polenta and garlic. You can find here the original Romanian garlic mujdei recipe (garlic sauce).
Since I was a child, my father used to make fried fish, and I’d eat as much as I could. The recipe is very simple, and you can substitute mackerel with any other fish you prefer or have available. The cooking time may vary depending on the quantity and the size of the pan. I recommend cooking it on low heat.
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Fried Mackerel
This recipe for fried mackerel is simple and healthy, featuring fish rich in omega-3s. The fish is cleaned, seasoned with salt and pepper, and fried until golden brown. It pairs well with polenta, garlic sauce, or lemon. The recipe is flexible, allowing for substitution with other fish, and is best cooked on low heat.
Medium
Equipment
1 pan
Ingredients
1 kg mackerel- 1 cup sunflower oil for frying
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp ground black pepper to taste
For Garlic Sauce (optional)
- 2 heads of garlic
- 1/3 tsp salt
- 5 tbsp sunflower oil
Instructions
- Clean the fish by removing the intestines, head, scales, and so on. Rinse it thoroughly and cut it into pieces about 7-10 cm long.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the fish and heat oil in a pan for frying.
- Once the fish starts to brown, flip it over to the other side until it reaches a golden color. Serve with polenta, garlic sauce, or lemon. You can find here the original Romanian garlic mujdei recipe.Enjoy your meal!
Notes
Nutrition
Calories: 710kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 34gFat: 63gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 46gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 668mgPotassium: 685mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.01gVitamin A: 105IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
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