Spicy & Sweet Gochujang Grilled Mackerel Recipe
Mackerel Grilled with a Flavorful Gochujang Sauce
Here’s a delicious Gochujang sauce grilled mackerel recipe that’s perfect as a side dish for rice! With a bowl of warm rice, grilled mackerel, a comforting soup, and kimchi, you can have a satisfying meal. While grilled mackerel is delicious on its own, coating it with this vibrant red Gochujang sauce makes it even more appetizing and flavorful. It’s a dish that will surely become a family favorite.
Main Ingredients- 2 packs of cleaned mackerel (approx. 4 pieces)
Spicy & Sweet Gochujang Sauce- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup) or rice syrup
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 green onion, finely chopped (for garnish)
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup) or rice syrup
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 green onion, finely chopped (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Pat the cleaned mackerel dry with paper towels. Lightly grease a preheated pan with cooking oil. Place the mackerel skin-side down and grill over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook the other side until evenly browned.
Step 2
Let’s prepare the flavorful Gochujang sauce. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp Gochujang, 2 Tbsp Oligodang (or rice syrup), 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic. Mix well until smooth. Thinly slice the onion and finely chop the green onion for garnish.
Step 3
Once the mackerel is nicely grilled, place it on parchment paper or paper towels for a moment to drain excess oil. This makes the grilled fish cleaner and less greasy. Now, generously brush the prepared Gochujang sauce all over the mackerel. You can lightly cook it further over low heat to let the sauce meld, or finish it in the oven or air fryer to prevent burning.
Step 4
Arrange the delicious Gochujang-glazed mackerel on a serving plate. Finally, sprinkle the chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top as a garnish. Your mouthwatering Gochujang Grilled Mackerel is now ready to be enjoyed with a warm bowl of rice!
