European
European - British - Seafood
Grilled Mackerel UK
Chef's Menu Description
Fresh Atlantic mackerel fillets seasoned with sea salt and cracked black pepper, grilled skin-side up under high heat until blistered and crisp, served with lemon wedges and grain mustard dressing.
Ingredients
- • 4 fresh Atlantic mackerel fillets (pin-boned and dried)
- • 1 tbsp cold-pressed rapeseed oil
- • Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- • 1 lemon, halved for grilling
- • 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard mixed with 1 tsp cider vinegar and 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
- • Fresh watercress for serving
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Slash the mackerel skin with 3 shallow diagonal cuts. Brush both sides with rapeseed oil and season generously with sea salt and black pepper.
2
Phase 2
Preheat grill to high. Place mackerel skin-side up on a foil-lined baking sheet. Grill 7-10cm from heat source for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and blistered.
3
Phase 3
Carefully turn fillets over and grill for 1 more minute until the flesh is cooked through and succulent.
4
Phase 4
Serve immediately with grilled caramelized lemon halves, peppery watercress, and a drizzle of wholegrain mustard dressing.