Keto Baked Mackerel

Keto Baked Mackerel is a flavorful Korean dish that combines the rich taste of mackerel with spicy gochujang and a savory marinade, baked to perfection. This healthy meal is not only low in carbs but also high in omega-3 fatty acids, making it perfect for a keto diet.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 300 grams
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
3. Place the mackerel fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
4. Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the marinated mackerel fillets.
5. Bake the mackerel in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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