Baked Mackerel with Ginger

Baked Mackerel with Ginger is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines the rich taste of mackerel with the aromatic zing of ginger. This low-carb Japanese-inspired meal is both satisfying and nutritious, perfect for a quick dinner.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 2 (about 200g each)
• Fresh ginger - 30g, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lettuce leaves - for serving (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the mackerel fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
4. Arrange the sliced ginger over the mackerel fillets.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Once cooked, remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
7. Serve with lettuce leaves if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
• Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and aids digestion.

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