Pan-Seared Mackerel with Lemon Herb Sauce

A flavorful pan-seared mackerel dish served with a zesty lemon herb sauce that enhances the rich taste of the fish. Quick and nutritious, perfect for a wholesome main meal.

Steps

1. Pat the mackerel fillet dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Place the mackerel skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
4. Flip the fillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
5. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
6. Reduce heat to low, add butter to the pan, and swirl to melt.
7. Pour the lemon herb mixture over the mackerel and spoon the sauce over the fillet.
8. Serve immediately with your choice of side.

• 1 whole mackerel fillet (about 150g)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp butter