Ukrainian Baked Mackerel with Pilaf
A hearty Ukrainian-inspired dish featuring baked mackerel served with a flavorful pilaf. The combination of fish and rice provides a balanced and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- ●4 mackerel filletsFresh or frozen, skin removed
- ●1 cup uncooked white riceLong-grain or regular
- ●1 cup carrotsChopped
- ●1 large onionsChopped
- ●2 tbsp olive oilFor baking
- ●to taste saltFor seasoning
- ●to taste black pepperFor seasoning
- ●1 tsp paprikaFor added flavor
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- 3
Place the mackerel fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side up.
- 4
Drizzle the olive oil over the fish and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 5
Bake the mackerel in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 6
While the fish is baking, prepare the pilaf.
- 7
In a large saucepan, heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 8
Add the chopped carrots and onions and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Add the uncooked white rice to the saucepan and stir to coat with oil.
- 10
Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 11
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- 12
Fluff the cooked pilaf with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 13
To serve, place a baked mackerel fillet on each plate and serve with a side of pilaf.