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.

Grilled Mackerel
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

  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
  2. Place the mackerel fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  4. Remove the mackerel from the marinade and place it skin-side down on the grill.
  5. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has a nice char.
  6. 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