Mustard Broil Mackerel

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Mustard Broil Mackerel—a quick, flavor-packed seafood recipe that’s as elegant as it is effortless. Juicy, flaky mackerel fillets are slathered in a zesty mustard glaze made from a blend of Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, fresh garlic, olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon for a tangy, savory kick. Broiled to golden perfection in just minutes, the caramelized glaze adds a delightful texture while enhancing the mackerel’s natural richness. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice provide the perfect finishing touch, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under 20 minutes, this protein-packed recipe is ideal for busy evenings or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete meal bursting with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces mackerel fillets
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven's broiler to high and position a rack about 6 inches from the top element. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

Rinse the mackerel fillets under cold water, pat dry with paper towels, and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the glaze.

Step 4

Use a pastry brush or the back of a spoon to evenly spread the mustard glaze over the top of each mackerel fillet.

Step 5

Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 6–8 minutes, or until the mackerel is cooked through and the glaze is slightly caramelized. The fish should flake easily with a fork when done.

Step 6

Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the fish rest for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the fillets to serving plates, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	939.9 grams (939.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1860

Total Fat 132.20g	169%
Saturated Fat 28.60g	143%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 560mg	187%
Sodium 2759mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 8.20g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 2.40g
Protein 153.30g	307%

Vitamin D 2880IU	14400%
Calcium 118mg	9%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2666mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.8%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 1.8%