Description
This Easy Mediterranean Baked Mackerel Fish recipe offers a quick and healthy way to enjoy flavorful fish seasoned with lemon, fresh parsley, and dried oregano. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner, it combines simple Mediterranean ingredients that highlight the natural taste of the mackerel while baking it to tender, flaky perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 mackerel fillets
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to allow it to reach the ideal temperature for baking the fish evenly and quickly.
- Prepare the fish: Lay the mackerel fillets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or lightly greased to prevent sticking and ensure easy clean-up.
- Season the fillets: Drizzle the olive oil over the fillets to add moisture and promote browning. Then, arrange lemon slices on top followed by sprinkling the chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to infuse bright, herbal flavors.
- Bake the fish: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the mackerel flakes easily with a fork and appears fully opaque, indicating it’s cooked through.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your favorite sides such as a fresh salad, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables to complete the meal.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, let the fish sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before baking.
- You can substitute fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for oregano to vary the flavor profile.
- Make sure not to overcook the fish to keep it moist and tender.
- For an extra layer of flavor, add a splash of white wine or a sprinkle of chili flakes before baking.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
