PAN-SEARED MACKEREL WITH SWEET PEPPERS AND THYME
Mackerel escabèche is one of those dishes I have always preferred to admire from afar. It's traditionally prepared by pickling the fillets in vinegar, but I've never quite cottoned to its biting flavor. To me, it overwhelms the delicacy of a good fresh piece of fish. At home, I sprinkled the fish fillets with salt, pepper and some sweet paprika. Then I let them sit while I slowly stewed the leeks, carrots and peppers with some garlic and thyme. I seared the fish until lightly browned but still very moist inside. When people say they don't like mackerel because it's too strong and dry, it's usually because the fish has been overcooked. But when cooked right, until just flaky in the center, the flesh is mild and almost buttery.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, one pot, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season mackerel with salt, black pepper and paprika. Let fillets rest at room temperature while preparing vegetables.
- Set a large skillet over medium heat and add 5 tablespoons oil. Then add leeks, carrots, bell peppers and thyme, cooking them until they soften, about 10 to 12 minutes. Add garlic, stirring gently, and cook for 2 minutes more. Add wine and cook until most of liquid has evaporated, about 7 minutes. Season to taste with more salt, pepper and sherry vinegar, then transfer to one side of a serving platter.
- Wipe the skillet with a paper towel, add remaining oil, and set over high heat. When oil is hot, add mackerel in one layer, skin side down. Cook for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes longer, until fish is cooked through. Add fillets to platter and spoon vegetables on top of fish.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 561, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 397 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
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md Mijbsa
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to enjoy mackerel. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme add a delicious flavor.
Raki Bajracharya
[email protected]This dish is easy to make and turned out great! The mackerel was cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme gave it a wonderful flavor.
Toyin Obolo
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The mackerel is always cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme add a wonderful flavor.
Kaitlyn Hildebrand
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook mackerel. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme add a delicious flavor.
Ronald Princekateregg
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors.
Arthur Mcmanaway
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover mackerel. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.
md bpbillal1
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The mackerel was delicious and the sweet peppers and thyme added a perfect touch.
Hanoosha Ka
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.
Mani gujjar Mani gujjar
[email protected]I love the combination of mackerel, sweet peppers, and thyme. This dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the sea.
Obed abeyie
[email protected]This dish is a great way to enjoy mackerel. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme add a delicious flavor.
Lucy Kinyua
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The mackerel is always cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme add a wonderful flavor.
Bhoju Giri
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook mackerel. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme add a delicious flavor.
Tafseer Butt
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors.
Noor Farooq
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover mackerel. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.
Saad Butt
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The mackerel was delicious and the sweet peppers and thyme added a perfect touch.
Mahesh Panday
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.
Liaqat Alyas
[email protected]I love the combination of mackerel, sweet peppers, and thyme. This dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the sea.
Aqib TV
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The mackerel was cooked perfectly and the sweet peppers and thyme gave it a wonderful flavor.
Namutebi Vicky
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of mackerel, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked to perfection and the sweet peppers and thyme added a delicious flavor.
Nasrin hazari Nasrin
[email protected]This mackerel dish was a delightful experience. The fish was cooked perfectly, with a crispy skin and a tender, flaky interior. The combination of sweet peppers and thyme complemented the mackerel beautifully, creating a dish that was both flavorful