Baked Stuffed Mackerel
Instructions:
- 10 Mackerel, about 8–12 oz (250–375 g) each, or other small fish
- 8 oz (250 g )Fresh bread crumbs
- 3 fl oz (90 m) Melted butter
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) Chopped parsley
- 1⁄2 tsp (2 mL) Dried thyme
- 1 Egg, beaten
- 1⁄4 tsp (1 mL) Grated lemon zest
- 2 fl oz (60 mL) Lemon juice
- to taste Salt
- as needed Oil or melted butter
- Fillet the fish , but leave the skin on.
- Combine the crumbs, butter, and herbs in a bowl. Toss lightly until mixed.
- Mix the beaten egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add to the crumbs and mix gently. Season to taste.
- Place 10 fillets (that is, half of each fish) on a well-oiled baking sheet, skin side down.
- Top each fillet with 11⁄2 oz (50 g) stuffing. (Portion with a No. 24 scoop.) Shape the stuffing to fit the length of the fish.
- Place the second fillet on top and press down lightly.
- Brush fish with oil or melted butter.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) until done, about 15–20 minutes.