Easy Grilled Mackerel Fillets (Air-fryer Adaptable)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Marinating Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    2 people

  • Calories

    799 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Asian

Easy Grilled Mackerel Fillets (Air-fryer Adaptable)

This grilled mackerel fillet with Asian spices is a quick, easy, healthy and flavorful fish recipe to make for busy weeknight dinners.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 mackerel fillets (about 12 oz/340g)
  • 1 tablespoon Sake or Rice Wine

For the Marinade

  • 1 tablespoon finely minced ginger
  • 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
  • 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
  • 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 2-3 teaspoons chopped cilantro (or parsley)
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Instructions

  1. Rub the mackerel fillets with the sake or rice wine. Set aside for about 4-5 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. Mix together all ingredients for the marinade except the chopped cilantro. Rub the marinade over the fillets and set aside at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
  3. While marinating the fish, preheat your grill pan (or outdoor grill) over medium heat. Once it is hot, oil the grates.
  4. Shake off excess aromatics on the mackerel and then cook on the grill until just cooked through, about 3 minutes each side. Adjust cooking time as needed and avoid overcooking the fish.
  5. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the flesh side of the mackerel fillets. Remove from the grill and serve right away.

Notes

  • To serve: serve the fish with a wedge of lime or lemon on the side. It goes great with steamed rice.
  • Air-fryer suggestion: preheat your air-fryer and cook the mackerel fillets at 180°C (350°F) until just cooked through. It may take 5-6 minutes, but exact cooking time will depend on your air-fryer and the size/thickness of the mackerel fillets.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 799kcal (40%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 92g (184%) Fat 43g (66%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 11g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 212mg (71%) Sodium 897mg (37%) Potassium 1896mg (54%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 400IU (8%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 118mg (12%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 799 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 799kcal 40%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 92g 184%
Fat 43g 66%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11g 65%
Monounsaturated Fat 16g 80%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 212mg 71%
Sodium 897mg 37%
Potassium 1896mg 40%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 400IU 8%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 118mg 12%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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