Grilled Mackerel
Grilled mackerel is a delicious and nutritious Japanese breakfast dish that features the rich flavors of the fish complemented by a tangy marinade. This low-carb meal is not only satisfying but also packed with essential nutrients.

25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
300 kcal
Ingredients
- Mackerel fillets - 2 pieces (about 200g each)
- Soy sauce - 30ml
- Mirin - 15ml
- Sake - 15ml
- Grated ginger - 1 teaspoon
- Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Lemon wedges - for serving
Steps
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Place the mackerel fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Remove the mackerel from the marinade and place it skin-side down on the grill.
- Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has a nice char.
- Serve the grilled mackerel hot, garnished with chopped green onions and lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
- Rich in protein for muscle maintenance and repair.
Tags
JapaneseLow CarbBreakfast