Easy Grilled Mackerel Fillets (Air-fryer Adaptable)

Ingredients

• 2 mackerel fillets ((about 12 oz/340g))
• 1 tablespoon sake or rice wine
• 1 tablespoon finely minced ginger
• 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes ((optional, to taste))
• 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 2-3 teaspoons chopped cilantro ((or parsley))

Steps

1. 1

   Rub the mackerel fillets with the sake or rice wine. Set aside for about 4-5 minutes, then pat dry.

2. 2

   Mix together all ingredients for the marinade except the chopped cilantro. Rub the marinade over the fillets and set aside at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.

3. 3

   While marinating the fish, preheat your grill pan (or outdoor grill) over medium heat. Once it is hot, oil the grates.

4. 4

   Shake off excess aromatics on the mackerel and then cook on the grill until just cooked through, about 3 minutes each side. Adjust cooking time as needed and avoid overcooking the fish.

5. 5

   Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the flesh side of the mackerel fillets. Remove from the grill and serve right away.