Mackerel with Potatoes and Vegetables in the Oven – Step-by-Step Recipe

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Mackerel is a rather fatty fish, so it's best to cook it with a good side dish. Baked mackerel with potatoes and vegetables in the oven is a very tasty, hearty, and harmonious option. This recipe requires minimal active time and is perfect for a family dinner!

Prep time: 1 hour.
Servings: 4.

Ingredients

• 2 large mackerels;
• 800 g potatoes;
• 1 onion;
• 1 carrot;
• 1 bell pepper;
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil;
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme;
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika;
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper;
• 1 teaspoon salt.

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Rinse and pat dry the mackerel with paper towels. Peel and coarsely chop all the vegetables. You can also add any other vegetables to your taste.
2. Mix the vegetable oil with thyme, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Brush half of this marinade over the mackerel, and mix the other half with the vegetables.
3. Transfer the vegetables to an oven-safe dish and bake for 25 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius (375°F).
4. After that, gently stir the vegetables, place the mackerel on top, and bake for another 25-30 minutes until cooked through.