Marinated Mackerel Diamonds

Mackerel fillets cut into diamonds and steeped in a hot licorice and star anise citrus marinade, then chilled until firm.

Seafood Dairy Free Gluten Free Mackerel Cold Appetizer

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

303.4

kcal / serving

1820.4 kcal total

Carbs

25.7g

per serving

154.2 g total

Fat

14.1g

per serving

84.6 g total

Protein

18.4g

per serving

110.5 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

110

Caster Sugar

Fruits

0.5

piece

Lemon

Half a lemon

100

Lemon Juice

Liquids

400

Water

NutsSeeds

piece

Juniper Berries

Lightly crushed

sprig

Thyme

Leaves only

pinch

Salt

To taste

pinch

Black Pepper

Freshly ground, to taste

piece

Star Anise

Other

stick

Licorice

Lightly crushed

Seafood

piece

Mackerel

Fillets

Method

Remove pin bones from mackerel fillets and cut them into large diamonds.

Place fish in a deep dish with lemon slices, juniper berries, salt, pepper, and thyme.

Boil water, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan.

Add licorice and star anise to the pan and simmer for 1 minute.

Pour hot marinade over mackerel and cover with cling film.

Cool to room temperature then refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.

Serve directly from the dish.