Mackerel with Orange Harissa Glaze
Transform your dinner routine with the bold, zesty flavors of Mackerel with Orange Harissa Glaze, a vibrant and healthy seafood dish that's sure to impress. This recipe combines tender, oven-baked mackerel fillets with a dynamic glaze made from smoky harissa paste, fresh orange juice and zest, a touch of honey, and fragrant spices like cumin and garlic. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory, enhanced by a golden caramelized finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is both quick and gourmet, making it ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges for a citrusy kick, this stunning entrée pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a light couscous salad. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces mackerel fillets
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the harissa paste, orange juice, orange zest, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to form a smooth glaze.
Pat the mackerel fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking tray.
Brush the glaze generously over the mackerel fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake the mackerel in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the mackerel from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Transfer the fillets to serving plates and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness. Pair with roasted vegetables or a light couscous salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 418 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.0 mcg | 45% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 666 mg | 14% | |
*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.
