Super Easy and Tasty Grilled Mackerel Recipe in 15 minutes. You won't Grill any other way again!

mackerel

🥗Healthier: sardines

💰Cheaper: herring

Sardines and herring are more affordable and still rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor.

Clean the mackerel, removing any innards and scales.

Pat the fish dry with paper towels.

Sprinkle salt evenly over both sides of the mackerel.

Let the salted fish rest for 10-15 minutes to absorb the salt.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Place the mackerel on the grill skin-side down.

Grill for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.

Flip the mackerel carefully using a spatula.

Grill for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.

Remove the mackerel from the grill and let it rest for a minute.

Serve with lemon wedges and a drizzle of soy sauce.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens