Pan-Seared Mackerel with Lemon Herb Sauce

Name: Pan-Seared Mackerel with Lemon Herb Sauce
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 whole mackerel fillet (around 150g); 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 lemon (zested and juiced); 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp plain yogurt (optional for creaminess)

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20 minTotal time

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350kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

1 whole mackerel fillet (around 150g)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 lemon (zested and juiced)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp plain yogurt (optional for creaminess)

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A simple yet flavorful main dish featuring crispy pan-seared mackerel paired with a fresh lemon herb sauce. Quick to prepare, it's perfect for a nutritious and delicious meal.

Main Dish

Steps

Pat the mackerel fillet dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the mackerel skin side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
Flip and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
Meanwhile, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Dijon mustard, and yogurt (if using) in a small bowl to make the sauce.
Remove the mackerel from heat and plate it.
Spoon the lemon herb sauce over the mackerel and serve immediately.