Delicious Seasoned Grilled Mackerel Recipe (No Fishy Smell!)
Flavorful Seasoned Grilled Mackerel Made with Fresh Mackerel
Learn how to make delicious seasoned grilled mackerel using fresh mackerel, ensuring no fishy odor! The tender, flaky mackerel is coated in a savory and slightly sweet sauce, creating a dish that’s perfect as a main course or side. This recipe is designed for ease, even for beginners, and results in a moist, flavorful fish that will be a hit with everyone. For a beautiful presentation, sprinkle with sesame seeds at the end. Enjoy this delightful dish that brings a touch of gourmet to your table!
Main Ingredients- 1 fresh mackerel, prepared for grilling (purchasing it pre-cleaned and cut for grilling is convenient)
Special Seasoning Sauce- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp mirin (or cooking sake)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 chili pepper, finely chopped (e.g., Korean Cheongyang chili pepper or dried chili)
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onion (white parts)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp mirin (or cooking sake)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 chili pepper, finely chopped (e.g., Korean Cheongyang chili pepper or dried chili)
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onion (white parts)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the fresh mackerel, ensuring it’s cleaned and ready for grilling. If you purchased it pre-seasoned with salt, you can skip the next step. If not, lightly sprinkle the surface of the mackerel with salt to lightly cure it before cooking.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the special seasoning sauce that will make this grilled mackerel truly shine. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp mirin, 2 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 finely chopped chili pepper, 2 Tbsp chopped green onion (white parts), and 1 Tbsp sesame oil. Whisk everything together until well combined. For those who prefer a sweeter taste, feel free to add a pinch of sugar.
Step 3
Heat your frying pan. Preheat the pan over medium-low heat for about 1 minute. Once preheated, carefully place the mackerel in the pan, skin-side down. Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat. This gentle cooking method helps to achieve a nicely browned exterior while keeping the inside moist and tender.
Step 4
After 5 minutes, carefully flip the mackerel over to the other side. Cover the pan again and continue to cook for another 5 minutes. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the mackerel and the intensity of your heat, so check to ensure it’s cooked through.
Step 5
It’s time to add the delicious sauce! Brush half of the prepared seasoning sauce evenly over one side of the cooked mackerel. After a moment, flip the mackerel again and brush the remaining sauce over the other side. Now, increase the heat slightly to medium and let the sauce simmer and reduce until it thickens slightly and coats the fish beautifully. When the sauce is glossy and the fish is wonderfully moist and free of any fishy smell, your seasoned grilled mackerel is perfectly done! Serve it warm and enjoy. For an extra touch, sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving. This dish is also fantastic served over rice as a mackerel bowl.
