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Salted Mackerel in a Bag
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Salted Mackerel in a Bag

1140 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Perfect for the table and with drinks. Make salted mackerel at home—it will turn out no worse than store-bought, and even several times better. The fish comes out lightly salted and tasty. You'll only need a minimal set of spices and a regular bag. Serve with greens and sauce.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all ingredients.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Mix the sugar and salt. Add ground black pepper if desired.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Clean the mackerel, removing the innards, and cut off the head. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Place the mackerel in a plastic bag.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Sprinkle the fish with spices on all sides.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Wrap the mackerel in a bag and place it in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Salt the fish using the dry method.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Wipe the ready salted mackerel with paper towels to remove any remaining salt, sugar, and spices.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Step 8

    Cut the salted mackerel into portion-sized pieces.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Step 9

    Serve the prepared appetizer at the table.