Braised Mackerel
A hearty Korean-style braised mackerel with tender fish, savory pork slices, and spicy kimchi, served with tofu in a rich sauce.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 35g
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Ingredients
- 2 whole mackerel
- 200 g pork belly
- 150 g kimchi
- 200 g tofu
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp gochugaru
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 stalks green onion
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- 1
Clean mackerel, pat dry, and score both sides lightly.
- 2
Slice pork belly into thin strips and chop kimchi into bite-size pieces.
- 3
In a pan, layer pork, kimchi, and mackerel, then add water, soy sauce, gochugaru, and minced garlic.
- 4
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- 5
Add tofu cubes and cook 5 more minutes until fish is tender.
- 6
Garnish with sliced green onions and drizzle with sesame oil before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet or pan
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring spoons
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