Simple Pickled Mackerel Recipe for a Quick and Flavorful Snack

Looking for a way to quickly and deliciously prepare pickled mackerel at home? The simple recipe presented below will allow you to enjoy tender and aromatic fish within a day, making it a wonderful appetizer for a festive table or a home-cooked lunch.

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Ingredients for Pickling Mackerel

• 1 fresh mackerel
• 0.5 liters of water
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 2 bay leaves
• 5 black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon of vinegar

Method for Preparing Quick Pickled Mackerel

1. Clean the mackerel, remove the skin and backbone, and rinse thoroughly.
2. In a pot, bring the water to a boil, then add salt, sugar, bay leaves, and pepper. Boil the brine for an additional 2 minutes after it reaches a boil.
3. Allow the brine to cool completely. After cooling, add the vinegar and mix well.
4. Pour the brine over the fish and seal tightly with a lid. Leave to marinate in the refrigerator at a temperature of about 4°C.
5. After a day, cut the fillet into serving pieces and serve. The fish can be eaten just 24 hours after pickling.