Marinated Mackerel, Thai Broth Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 mackerel fillets
• 1 red chili, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 can coconut milk
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 lemongrass stalk, chopped
• 2 kaffir lime leaves, torn
• 1 small piece ginger, sliced
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. First, prepare the marinade by mixing together chili, garlic, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, fish sauce, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Coat the mackerel fillets with the marinade and set aside for at least 20 minutes.
2. Heat cooking oil in a pot over medium heat. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and ginger and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and coconut milk and bring to a boil. Stir and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
4. Strain the broth and discard the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and ginger. Return the broth to the pot and bring back to a simmer.
5. Add the marinated mackerel fillets to the broth and let it cook for 8-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
6. Divide broth and fish into serving bowls. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

Serving Suggestions

This flavorful Thai broth would be perfect served over rice noodles or jasmine rice. Sprinkle some chopped scallions and chopped peanuts for an additional texture and flavor. Enjoy this delicious and healthy meal!

Verdict

Marinated Mackerel, Thai Broth is a great option for a light and healthy dinner. The tangy and spicy flavors of the broth complement the tenderly cooked mackerel fillets perfectly. It’s a dish that you’ll want to make again and again.