Quick & Juicy Pan-Fried Mackerel with Onions and Carrots

The simplest, most affordable and fastest way to cook fish. The recipe for mackerel with onions and carrots in a frying pan should be in the piggy bank of any housewife. Because it is difficult to find the best way to prepare this fish. It turns out very juicy, rich in aromas, tender!
cook time: 35 min
Isla Thatcher
Quick & Juicy Pan-Fried Mackerel with Onions and Carrots

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

111
Calories
8g
Fat
3g
Carbs
8g
Protein

Ingredients (2 portions)

Basic:

Salt to taste
Water 150 ml
Bay leaf 1 pc
Carrot 1 pc
Bulb onions 1 pc
Vegetable oil 20 g
Dry spices to taste
Mackerel 1 pc

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
How to make mackerel with onions and carrots in a frying pan? Prepare the necessary ingredients for this. It is best to choose mackerel not frozen, but chilled. If it is frozen, remove it from the freezer in advance and leave it at room temperature so that it defrosts on its own.

Step 2

Step 2
Cut off the head and tail of the mackerel. Remove the insides and black films. Rinse the fish well inside and out. Blot with paper towels to remove excess water. Cut the mackerel into pieces 3-4 cm thick.

Step 3

Step 3
Peel the onions and carrots and rinse them to remove dirt. Chop the onion not very finely, and grate the carrots on a coarse grater.

Step 4

Step 4
Heat the frying pan until hot and pour in a little vegetable oil. Add onions and carrots. Fry the vegetables for 1-2 minutes to soften them.

Step 5

Step 5
Then place the prepared mackerel pieces into the frying pan. Divide the onions and carrots evenly between the pieces and spread a little over them.

Step 6

Step 6
Add salt and spices to taste. Add bay leaf for flavor. I usually use fish spices. Add some water to the pan and cover with a lid. Cook over low heat for 20-25 minutes. If necessary, you can add a little more water.

Step 7

Step 7
Mackerel with onions and carrots is ready! The fish falls off the bones well and smells delicious! Place the fish pieces on plates and serve hot. Bon appetit!

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