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Spiced mackerel mackerel
James Martin
by James Martin
from Housecall

Serves 4

Preparation time less than 30 mins

Cooking time 10 to 30 mins

Quick Recipe


Ingredients
8 mackerel fillets
85g/3oz butter, softened or melted
1 heaped tbsp hot smoked paprika
sea salt
2 limes, cut into wedges


Method
1. Cut 3 slashes in each fillet and place in a shallow dish
2. Stir the paprika and salt into the butter and rub well into the flesh making sure it gets into the slits. Leave to infuse for 15-20 minutes
3. Place under a hot grill or on the BBQ until just cooked.
4. Serve with wedges of lime.


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