How to choose quality mackerel: tips
Raw and cooked mackerel
Mackerel is a fish that no feast is complete without. Fried, baked, smoked – it can be prepared in a variety of ways. Supermarkets sell this product in frozen form, so the likelihood of picking up low-quality fish is very high.
Today, the FoodOboz editorial team shares tips on how to choose the right mackerel and what to pair it with.
What is quality frozen fish like
Mackerel in markets and shops
- ice on the fish resembles icing
- no damage
- hard to the touch
- no white spots
- flat surface without twists
Mackerel under the marinade
Ingredients:
- Mackerel – 1-1.5 kg
- Mustard – 50 g
- Soy sauce – 50-100 ml
- Oil – 50 ml
- Salt to taste
Pickled mackerel
Method of preparation:
- Defrost the mackerel, clean and separate the fillets.
- Prepare mustard marinade: mix mustard, soy sauce, oil, salt and mix well.
- Make cuts in the fish, mix well, coat with the marinade, and leave for several hours.
- Put one part of the fish on the grill and bake on the coals for several minutes on both sides. Put the other part on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
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