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Mackerel with Mustard and Oats

Ready in 18 mins

Recipe by Graham 

This quick and delicious dinner recipe is so simple - just coat with mustard and oats, then fry and serve with a healthy salad on the side. A traditional Scottish recipe. These days, both mackerel and oats are classified as "super foods". Add the lemon wedges and spicy mustard, and this dish is a true cold-weather winner

Preparation Time

3 Minutes

Cooking Time

15 Minutes

Ingredients for Mackerel with Mustard and Oats

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To serve 4:

4 x 6 oz mackerel fillets
1 lemon
  salt and pepper
2 oz porridge oats
2 teaspoons English mustard

PLEASE NOTE: This recipe calls for the GRILLING or BROILING of food. In most countries of the world, the term "grilling" refers to heat coming from above the food source. Significantly, in North America, it signifies heat from below the food (such as barbecuing). In the United States and Canada, when the heat source for grilling comes from above, grilling is termed broiling, and the pan that holds the food is usually called a broiler pan.


How to Cook Mackerel with Mustard and Oats

  1. Place the mackerel fillets onto a grill rack (broiler pan) that has been lined with aluminium foil. Cut the lemon in half and sprinkle the mackerel fillets with the juice from one half. Add salt and freshly-ground pepper to taste.
  2. Mix the oats and mustard together and spread this lightly over the mackerel then cook under a medium grill (broiler) for 12-15 minutes without turning.
GRAHAM'S HOT TIP:
For a really professional presentation, cut the other half of the lemon into thin slices and use these to garnish the cooked fish.