In autumn, nature has a rich bounty and is the harvest season. At this autumn feast, there is a delicious treasure, and that is the mackerel. The mackerel, known as the "treasure of autumn", reaches its peak in autumn, and the meat is delicious and nutritious, bringing great enjoyment to the taste buds.
A gift from nature, mackerel is an indispensable part of autumn cuisine due to its delicious meat and delicate taste. Rich in protein, fat, minerals and vitamins, it is extremely beneficial to human health, especially for the elderly and children, and is an excellent nutritious food.
Bayfish dumplings: Autumn mackerel with a thin skin
First, remove the fish meat from the bones, then cut it into small pieces, chop it with a knife, the more delicate the better, then mix some pork, add cooking wine, salt, soy sauce, oyster sauce and white pepper, beat in green onion and ginger water, stir well, and marinate for 15 minutes. At this time, leeks also need to be prepared in advance, washed and dried to control moisture, chopped into minced fillings, poured into fish meat, drizzled with a spoonful of sesame oil, stirred well.
Next, take a dumpling wrapper and put in the appropriate amount of filling. Then fold the dumpling skin in half and pinch the edges tightly to make the dumplings tightly sealed. Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, bring to a boil and put in the dumplings, stirring gently with a spoon to prevent the dumplings from sticking together. When the water is boiling again, add a bowl of cold water and repeat three times until the dumplings are cooked through. Take out the boiled dumplings, put them in a bowl, mix a sauce, put sesame oil and vinegar, and eat them while dipping, they are fragrant and delicious, and the taste is smooth and tender.
Braised mackerel: Autumn color and fragrance
First, cut the mackerel into sections, marinate with cooking wine, spring onions and ginger slices for 10 minutes to remove the fishy taste. Then, heat the pan with cold oil, add sugar and slowly fry until red, add the mackerel and fry until slightly yellow on both sides. Then, add the sliced ginger, garlic cloves, dried chili, star anise, and fragrant leaves and fry well. Finally, add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce and cooking wine, fry evenly, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, turn to low heat and cook slowly for 20 minutes. Finally, sprinkle with chopped green onion and take out of the pan. This braised mackerel is a very delicious home-cooked dish with a bright red color, tender flesh and mellow taste.
First of all, the mackerel needs to be washed to remove its gills, internal organs and scales. Then, use a knife to make a few cuts on the fish, which can help the fish better absorb the flavor of the seasoning. Next, spread olive oil evenly on both sides of the mackerel, then sprinkle with salt, peppercorns, cooking wine and shredded ginger. Let the mackerel marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to fully absorb the flavor of the dressing.
Add some olive oil to the pan, add the chopped garlic after the oil is hot, stir-fry until slightly yellow, then add the lemon juice to taste and stir well. Put the marinated mackerel in hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, straight
Not only is it delicious, but it is also rich in nutritional value. Each 100 grams of mackerel meat contains about 20 grams of protein, and its amino acid composition is relatively complete, which is easy for the human body to absorb and utilize. Protein is the main substance that makes up human cells and plays an important role in the body's growth and development and repair damage. Compared to other meat foods, mackerel is relatively low in fat and lower in calories, making it suitable for people who are looking for a healthy diet.
During this harvest season, try these three delicious mackerel dishes and feel the taste of autumn. Whether it's a moment to share a meal with your family or the joy of cooking with friends, it will add warmth and beauty to your autumn day. Let's cherish the gifts of nature, savor the taste of autumn, and enjoy the happiness brought by food.