Mackerel Stir Fry

Mackerel stir fry happened when I ran out of time between hosting my radio show and getting on a business development call to the States an hour later.  It was a case of raiding the fridge, finding a few tasties and throwing them all into a pan.  It turned out delicious and was so quick and easy to make. What’s more it was low in fat and high in nutrition.  It was just what I needed.  As this was a meal for one, I’ve just quadrupled the portion sizes so that you can easily prepare it as a meal for four.  I hope you enjoy it.

Mackerel Stir Fry

Serves 4 as a main course

300g smoked mackerel strips

Large knob of butter

2 red onions, chopped lengthways

1 courgette, sliced

2 red peppers, diced

3 cloves garlic, chopped chunky

4 handfuls of button mushrooms, rinsed

4 large handfuls of fresh salad leaves

2 handfuls cherry tomatoes, rinsed and halved

Small handful fresh coriander

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste

How to prepare Mackerel Stir Fry

Melt the butter in a large frying pan, then add the onions and garlic.  Cover and fry on a medium heat for 5 minutes. Next add the mushrooms and courgette and fry for a further 5 minutes.  Add the peppers, peas and cherry tomatoes and cook for another 5 or 10 minutes, until the vegetables are starting to brown.

Flake the mackerel into the pan, douse with the balsamic vinegar and serve up on a bed of fresh salad leaves.  Finish with a good serving of black pepper and sea salt to taste.

Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope you enjoy it!

If you enjoy mackerel recipes, try these out:

Mackerel, Potatoes and Herb Yoghurt Sauce

Mackerel and Black Pudding Over Crushed Horseradish Potatoes