Korean Grilled Mackerel

Method

1. 1
   • mackerel fillet 4

   Score the fish skin — Score the skin of the mackerel fillets diagonally a few times to help them cook evenly.

2. 2
   • gochugaru 1 tbsp
   • soy sauce 2 tbsp
   • sesame oil 1 tbsp
   • garlic 2
   • fresh ginger 1 tsp
   • rice wine 1 tbsp
   • salt 1 tsp

   Make the marinade — Mix the gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice wine, and salt into a marinade and brush generously over the fish.

3. 3

   Marinate the fish — Let the fish marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.

   ⏱15 min
4. 4
   • mackerel fillet 4

   Grill the mackerel — Grill the mackerel skin-side down over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes, then flip and grill for another 4 minutes until the flesh flakes easily.

   ⏱8 min
5. 5
   • spring onion 2
   • sesame seeds 1 tsp
   • lemon 1

   Garnish and serve — Scatter with scallions and sesame seeds, and serve with lemon wedges.