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Mackerel in Onion Skins in 3 Minutes
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Mackerel in Onion Skins in 3 Minutes

25 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The recipe won't take much time. Mackerel in onion skins will pleasantly surprise you with its tenderness and a light smoky note. Boiled fish is not only tasty but also very healthy. To prepare such fish, you will need the simplest and most accessible ingredients, and the process won't take much of your time. Such a dish works well as an appetizer or as a warm second course alongside potatoes. When choosing frozen mackerel, select good quality with shiny, smooth skin. Also, such mackerel will take a worthy place on your festive table. Serve the appetizer at the table.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all necessary ingredients.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Rinse the onion skins well under running water.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Place the shells in a pot of water, bring to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Add salt and cook for another 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    While the onion skins are simmering, prepare the fish. Rinse the mackerel thoroughly under running water, remove all the innards and gills, peel off the black membrane in the belly cavity, and cut into serving-size pieces.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Carefully place the mackerel in the boiling brine and cook for exactly 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Then take out the fish and clean off the scales.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Mackerel can be served both hot and cold.