One of the controversial fish of cooking is mackerel. It is often substituted for herring in salads. However, not everyone likes how the flavor of dishes changes after adding this type of fish.
However, with the right use of mackerel in recipes, you can get a very tasty appetizer. This fish is good for the body, as it has omega-3 acids in its composition. This substance increases the defense functions in the body. Also in mackerel there are vitamins of group D, E and K. Therefore, you can not refuse to eat this fish.
It is worth giving a recipe for cooking salted mackerel.
Ingredients for salted mackerel:
- mackerel – 500 g;
- salt – tbsp;
- sugar – tsp.
Preparation of salted mackerel:
From the mackerel remove the insides, cut off the fins, gills and head. In a cellophane bag pour sugar and salt. Place the mackerel fillets in the bag, cover with salt.
It is important to rub the salt granules into the fibers of the fish meat.
After the mackerel has absorbed the salt, tie the bag tightly. Leave the mackerel in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
You can also add spices to the fish, such as ground black pepper and coriander. However, without spices, the mackerel is also delicious.
It is recommended to combine lightly salted fish with onions and boiled potatoes.
