Cá Nục Nướng Mắm

Cá Nục Nướng Mắm is a flavorful Vietnamese grilled mackerel dish, marinated in a savory fish sauce and complemented by aromatic herbs. This healthy seafood option is perfect for a light meal that brings the essence of Vietnamese cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• Mackerel - 400 grams, cleaned and filleted
• Fish sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Lettuce leaves - for serving
• Lime wedges - for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine fish sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the cleaned mackerel fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
4. Remove the mackerel from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off.
5. Place the mackerel fillets on the grill, skin side down, and grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
6. Once done, remove from the grill and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and green onions.
7. Serve the grilled mackerel on a bed of lettuce leaves with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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