Marinated Mackerel

By Luca, a gourmet friend and Piedmontese architect!
 

You might enjoy this recipe on our tours in different regions, above all by the sea!

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 500 gr (~1.1 lb) of mackerel
• 2 liters (~1/2 gallon) of water
• 1 Tbsp of salt
• 1/2 cup of vinegar

Directions:

• Pour vinegar and water in a pot then bring to a boil
• Add salt and boil mackerel for 5 minutes or until it is done (less if fish is smaller)
• Remove from the pot. Slice lengthwise through the back to remove fishbones (also skin if you prefer)
• Layer filets of mackerel in a tray and dress with the marinade (see recipe below)*
• Keep in the fridge and wait for a few hours before eating

*Ingredients for marinade dressing: 

• 1 lemon
• 4 Tbsp of EVOO
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 tsp of fresh chopped parsley
• 1 garlic clove

Directions:

• Stir the first four ingredients and add a garlic clove (chopped if you prefer a stronger garlic flavor)

Buon appetito!