Soused Mackerel With Arabic Spices Recipe

Name: Soused Mackerel With Arabic Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound mackerel steaks; 1 onion, sliced; 1 lemon, sliced; 3 whole cloves; 1 medium clove garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup wine vinegar; Strips of sweet red pepper

Servings: persons

1
Place mackerel in pan (not an aluminum pan, since the aluminum may interact with the vinegar and discolor the sauce).
2
Add all remaining ingredients except for red pepper strips.
3
Cover pan and bring to simmer.
4
Simmer about 10 minutes for one-inch-thick steaks, less if steaks are thinner.
5
Remove from heat and chill overnight to give fish flavor.
6
Fish may be served with or without the jelly that forms.
7
It should be decorated with the onion and lemon slices and strips of red pepper.
8
It will keep several days.

369

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound mackerel steaks, 1 onion, sliced, 1 lemon, sliced, 3 whole cloves, and more.

Yes, Soused Mackerel With Arabic Spices falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Soused Mackerel With Arabic Spices

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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