Smoky Skillet Mackerel
A smoky twist on a classic Italian-inspired mackerel dish, cooked to perfection in a skillet.
Ingredients
- β2 mackerel filletsfresh and sustainable
- β1 medium yellow onionthinly sliced
- β1 tsp smoky paprikaadds a smoky depth
- β1 tsp italian seasoninga blend of herbs and spices
- β2 tbsp olive oilfor cooking the mackerel
- β1 skilletpreferably cast iron or stainless steel
- βto taste salt and pepperfor seasoning the mackerel
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Season the mackerel fillets with salt, pepper, and italian seasoning.
- 3
Add the olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat.
- 4
Sear the mackerel fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- 5
Remove the mackerel from the skillet and set aside.
- 6
Add the sliced yellow onion to the skillet and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Sprinkle the smoky paprika over the onion and cook for an additional minute.
- 8
Serve the mackerel on top of the onion and paprika mixture.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!