Mackerel with Asparagus and Grapefruit

Grilled mackerel fillets served with blanched asparagus, crab mayonnaise, and a zingy citrus dressing featuring grapefruit and pomelo.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 764.6 kcals 3058.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 10.5 grams 42.1 grams
Fat 71.4 grams 285.6 grams
Protein 26.3 grams 105.2 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
1
tsp
Dijon Mustard
For the mayonnaise
1
tsp
Dijon Mustard
For the dressing
Dairy
Fruits
1
piece
Pink Grapefruit
Zest finely grated, fruit segmented, juice reserved
1
piece
White Grapefruit
Segmented, juice reserved
1
piece
Pomelo
Segmented
OilsFats
3
tbsp
Seafood
2
piece
Mackerel
Filleted and pin-boned
Vegetables
1
bunch
English Asparagus
Peeled and trimmed
1
piece

Steps

  • Blend egg yolks in a food processor, then add vinegar and mustard and blend again.
  • Slowly drizzle in the oil while blending until the mayonnaise is thick.
  • Stir in half the grapefruit zest and the crab meat, then set aside.
  • Whisk olive oil with the reserved grapefruit juices, remaining zest, and mustard to make the dressing.
  • Preheat the grill to high and grill mackerel skin side-up for 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Blanch asparagus in boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, then refresh in iced water.
  • Sauté the cooled asparagus in a hot pan with butter for 1 to 2 minutes until colored.
  • Plate the asparagus and mackerel, top with mayonnaise, and decorate with fruit segments.
  • Drizzle with citrus dressing and garnish with watercress to serve.