Mackerel baked in a pouch
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This is an amazingly simple recipe that yields delicious, juicy, and tender baked mackerel in a pouch. The key ingredient is soy sauce, which marinates the fish. The fish cooks inside the pouch, steamed by the generated vapor and its own juices. Believe me, mackerel baked in a pouch using this recipe will impress even the most discerning gourmet and fish lover. The finished dish is ready to be served.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
1. It is very important that the soy sauce be authentic. We will need mackerel to prepare this dish. One fish will be enough for two people. Based on this, calculate how much fish you will need. If you are preparing it for a festive table, then one fish for three people will suffice, since there will be other appetizers as well.
- 2
Step 2
2. So, clean the fish and soak it in soy sauce. Leave for 20 minutes. Then place the mackerel into a baking bag and put it into the preheated oven.
- 3
Step 3
3. During baking, the fish will absorb the sauce. The pouch usually inflates, and the fish cooks in its own juices due to the steam formed inside.
- 4
Step 4
4. On average, it takes about 40 minutes to cook. When ready, take it out, pierce the pouch, and let the fish rest for a while on the table.
- 5
Step 5
5. If you're cooking for a family dinner, separate the fillet from the bone and serve mackerel with vegetables. It goes perfectly with potatoes and tomatoes. Since this fish has no small bones, the fillet can be eaten without worrying about bones.
- 6
Step 6
6. I was preparing mackerel for guests, so I cut the whole fish into pieces and served it on one platter. You can decorate it as desired: salad leaves, fresh vegetables, or even parsley.