Ibizan Grilled Mackerel with Salsa Verde
Dive into the heart of Mediterranean flavors with this Ibizan Grilled Mackerel topped with a fresh, zesty Salsa Verde. A perfect harmony of smoky and herby notes to elevate your dinner experience.
Equipment
- Grill
- Food processor
- Brush
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 fillets mackerel (1.5 lbs or 680 grams total)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
- 1 tsp sea salt (5 grams)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (1 gram)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (30 grams)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (15 grams)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (6 grams)
- 1 tbsp capers (8 grams)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (2 grams)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (30 ml)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to a medium-high heat.
- Pat the mackerel fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides of each fillet with olive oil, and season with sea salt and black pepper.
- Place the mackerel fillets on the hot grill, skin side down. Grill for about 4-5 minutes or until the skin is crispy and the fish releases easily from the grill.
- Carefully flip the fillets and grill for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and opaque.
- While the fish is grilling, prepare the salsa verde. In a food processor, combine parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pulse until the herbs are finely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil until the mixture becomes a saucy consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the mackerel is done, transfer it to a serving platter.
- Spoon the salsa verde over the grilled mackerel fillets just before serving.
Notes
Ensure your grill is clean and oiled before cooking to prevent the fish from sticking.
Mackerel is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, making this dish not only delicious but also heart-healthy.
For a less intense herb flavor, you can adjust the amounts of parsley and cilantro to your liking.
This recipe can be easily adapted for other types of fish, such as sardines or sea bass.