Baked Mackerel

A very popular Spanish recipe for baked mackerel, which is cooked in the oven with ripe tomatoes and potatoes. Full of herbs and spices, this dish makes a lovely healthy lunch or supper.

4 large mackerel fish cleaned and cut into thirds
3 potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
4 large ripe tomatoes quartered
4 cloves garlic peeled and cut in half
3 large glasses white wine
Olive oil
Handful of fresh parsley, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper

Method:

Place the mackerel, tomatoes, potatoes and garlic in a large oven-proof dish and drizzle with a little olive oil.

Pour the wine over and sprinkle with the parsley.

Season with salt and pepper.

Cook in a moderate oven for 40 to 50 minutes until the mackerel is cooked through but still moist.

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