Grilled Mackerel Sashimi
Fresh mackerel fillets are quickly seared until the skin is crisp, then sliced thin and served with a bright soy-sesame dressing. A fast, impressive dish that's perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 2 fillets mackerel fillets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- ¼ cup cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 2 mackerel fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat until smoking.
- 2
Place the fillets skin-side down and cook until the skin is crisp and golden, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook just 30 seconds more; the center should remain rare.
- 3
Transfer the fish to a cutting board and slice thinly against the grain. Arrange the slices on a plate.
- 4
Whisk together the 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil, then drizzle over the fish. Sprinkle with the 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 0.25 cup cilantro leaves.
- 5
Serve immediately while the fish is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- grill pan or skillet
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
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