Description
This Easy Mediterranean Baked Mackerel Fish recipe offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful way to enjoy fresh mackerel. It’s seasoned with classic Mediterranean herbs and lemon, then baked to tender perfection, making it an ideal weeknight dinner that pairs beautifully with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 mackerel fillets
Seasoning & Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature while you prepare the fish.
- Prepare the fish: Arrange the mackerel fillets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or lightly greased to prevent sticking.
- Season the fillets: Drizzle the olive oil evenly over each fillet. Place lemon slices on top, then sprinkle chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Bake the fish: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and appears fully opaque, indicating it is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. This mackerel pairs wonderfully with sides such as fresh salad, rice, or roasted vegetables to complete your Mediterranean meal.
Notes
- Use fresh mackerel fillets for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overcook the fish to avoid dryness; check for flakiness as a doneness indicator.
- You can substitute dried oregano with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary if preferred.
- Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving enhances the flavors.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and low in carbohydrates.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or gently reheated within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
