Juicy Oven-Baked Mackerel Recipe In Foil - Ready In Just 30 Minutes!

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while sunflower oil is more budget-friendly.

white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth adds moisture and flavor without the alcohol.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are gluten-free and healthier, while crushed crackers are a cost-effective substitute.

fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs are more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare two whole mackerel for cooking.

In a bowl, combine lemon juice, seasoned salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, seasoning powder, thyme, fresh parsley, and chili flakes.

Rub the marinade mixture on both sides of the mackerel.

Stuff the cavity of the mackerel with lemon slices and fresh parsley.

Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of a sheet of aluminum foil.

Transfer the marinated mackerel onto the parchment paper.

Wrap the mackerel in the parchment paper, then wrap it again in the aluminum foil.

Transfer the wrapped mackerel onto a baking pan and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, open the foil and parchment paper slightly, then return it to the oven.

Change the oven setting to broil and cook for an additional 5 minutes for a crispy finish.

Serve the mackerel directly on the foil to retain the juices.

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