Easy Mackerel Grill with Parchment Paper
Easy Mackerel Grill with Parchment Paper
3-Minute Mackerel Grill Using Parchment Paper: No Splatter, No Odor!
Worried about oil splattering and lingering fishy smells when grilling mackerel in a pan? This recipe offers a simple and convenient way to enjoy delicious grilled mackerel at home, ready in just 3 minutes using parchment paper. Enjoy moist on the inside and perfectly cooked mackerel without the fuss!
Ingredients- 1 salted mackerel
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your salted mackerel. You can either purchase pre-portioned salted mackerel or buy regular salted mackerel and prepare it yourself. Either choice will lead to a delicious grilled mackerel!
Step 2
Depending on the type of salted mackerel you have, adjust this step. If you bought pre-portioned salted mackerel, you can use it as is. If you bought regular salted mackerel, rinse it once more under running water to remove excess salt. This step helps reduce any potential fishy odor.
Step 3
Using kitchen towels, thoroughly pat the mackerel dry. Removing excess moisture is crucial, as any remaining water can cause oil to splatter during cooking or result in a soggy surface.
Step 4
Now, prepare the key ingredient for this easy grilling method: parchment paper. Parchment paper is incredibly useful for baking and cooking as it prevents food from sticking to the pan and effectively contains oil splatters.
Step 5
Wrap the dried mackerel individually with parchment paper, about two layers for good measure. Carefully fold the ends of the parchment paper to create a secure seal, ensuring no oil can escape during cooking. This tight seal is key to a clean cooking process.
Step 6
Place the parchment-wrapped mackerel into your microwave and cook for approximately 3 minutes. This is a general guideline; cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of the mackerel and your microwave’s power. If you don’t have a microwave, you can place the parchment-wrapped mackerel in a frying pan and grill it over medium-low heat for a few minutes on each side until golden brown. No added oil is needed, making this method exceptionally clean.
Step 7
The mackerel is ready to eat right out of the microwave! However, for those who prefer an extra crispy texture, here’s a pro tip: place the parchment-wrapped mackerel (still wrapped) into a frying pan and grill over medium-low heat for an additional minute. This will further crisp up the skin, resulting in an even more delightful grilled mackerel experience.
Step 8
If you happen to have leftover mackerel, don’t worry! You can store it directly in the freezer, still wrapped in parchment paper. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply take it out of the freezer, and without unwrapping, place it directly into the microwave to reheat. It will taste as fresh and delicious as when it was first cooked, making storage and reheating incredibly convenient!
