Mackerel with Garlic

Mackerel with Garlic is a flavorful Lebanese seafood dish that highlights the rich, oily texture of mackerel paired with fragrant garlic and fresh herbs. This dish is both simple to prepare and deeply satisfying, perfect for a light yet nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 2 x 200g
• Garlic cloves - 4, minced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create a marinade.
3. Place the mackerel fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade evenly over them, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Let the mackerel marinate for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
5. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the marinated mackerel fillets.
6. Bake the mackerel in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Serve the mackerel hot, drizzled with any remaining marinade from the baking dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 23 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• High in protein, essential for muscle growth and repair.

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