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It looks like mackerel, but tastes like salmon: all the guests ask for my typical marinade

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Lightly salted mackerel, the flavor is very similar to red mackerel. This mackerel would be appropriate on any table. The whole family always likes the result; makes you want to eat it again and again.

Mackerel is an incredibly tasty fish. It is very easy to pickle it at home. The next day you will enjoy the incredible taste of this fish.

Mackerel is a very tasty and healthy fish. It is prepared in different ways: fried, baked with vegetables and stewed, and the most popular method for preparing this fish is salting. We present to your attention a very successful recipe for homemade marinated mackerel. According to this recipe, the fish is slightly salty, very tender and appetizing. Mackerel can be eaten within 5-6 hours of cooking.

Required ingredients:

  • mackerel – 3 pieces;
  • water – 250 ml;
  • sale – 25 g;
  • sugar – 15 g;
  • black peppercorns – 5 pieces;
  • allspice peas – 3 pieces;
  • bay leaf – 2 pieces;
  • cloves – 2 pieces;
  • non-spicy mustard – 1 tbsp.

Cooking method:

When choosing fish for this recipe, pay attention to the freshness of the mackerel. The fish should be large and without damage. Wash the thawed mackerel, clean it of entrails and black films, cut the fins and separate the fillets. Carefully remove any visible bones from the fillet.

Prepare the brine. Pour water into the pan, add salt, pepper, all spices and mustard. We choose not strong mustard. Mix everything thoroughly and put on the stove, bring to a boil. Next, let the brine cool completely.

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