Whole mackerel fillets seasoned with a bright lemon pepper rub, grilled skin-side down until crisp and cooked through.
Ingredients
skin on
Health Notes
Mackerel is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart and brain health.
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by L Field
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Serves
4
Level
Medium
Method
BBQ
Ingredients
Prepare the Mackerel
Notes
Seasonal Variations
Nutrition (per serving, estimate)
450
kcal
40g
protein
2g
carbs
30g
fat
Values are estimates and vary with portion size and preparation.
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Pat the mackerel fillets dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, mix together the lemon zest, coarsely ground black pepper, and sea salt. Rub this mixture all over the flesh side of the mackerel fillets.
Grill the Mackerel
Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the mackerel fillets skin-side down on the hot side of the grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the skin is crisp and lightly charred. You should see the flesh begin to turn opaque.
Finish Cooking and Rest
Flip the fillets and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the flesh side until just cooked through. The fish should flake easily. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Health Notes
Mackerel is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart and brain health.
Per serving (estimate)
450
kcal
40g
protein
2g
carbs
30g
fat
