Spicy Grilled Lemongrass Mackerel

  5.0 – 1 reviews  • Asian
Ready in minutes, this mouthwatering grilled mackerel will win you over with its hints of coconut and citrus inspired by the bright, bold flavors of Southeast Asian curries.
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  2. 2 tablespoons minced lemongrass
  3. 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  4. 1 tablespoon, ginger, minced
  5. 1 jalapeno chile, finely diced
  6. 1 small onion, finely diced
  7. 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
  8. 1/4 cup coconut milk
  9. 1/4 cup canola oil
  10. Salt
  11. Pepper
  12. 4 mackerel fillets, skin on

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, jalapeno, onion, cilantro and coconut milk. Mix well and season with salt and pepper. This mix can be made ahead of time and brought in a resealable plastic bag. Season the mackerel with salt and pepper. Place the mackerel into the marinade and marinate for 15 minutes. Remove the fish from the marinade and place on the grill, skin side up. Grill for 4 minutes per side, basting often with the marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 4 servings
Calories 404
Total Fat 32 g
Saturated Fat 7 g
Carbohydrates 7 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugar 2 g
Protein 22 g
Cholesterol 78 mg
Sodium 466 mg

Reviews

Derrick Carlson
I have tried this recipe and it tastes great!

 

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