Mackerel

One of the most famous snacks in Indonesia is batagor, a fried fish dumpling served in a traditional spicy sauce. It has roots in the Chinese culinary tradition, which has left a trace on many Indonesian dishes. Although this famous snack is remin... READ MORE

Pempek is a traditional fish cake made with ground fish meat and tapioca. The actual origin of this dish is the city of Palembang, situated in the South Sumatra province. The origin story of pempek says that an old Palembang citizen was tired of t... READ MORE

Ikan bakar is a beloved Indonesian grilled fish dish, known for its smoky aroma, bold spices, and savory-sweet glaze. The name ikan bakar literally means “grilled fish” in Indonesian and Malay (ikan = fish... READ MORE

Traditionally associated with the regions of Kelantan and Terengganu, this flavorful Malaysian soup consists of rolled rice noodles served in a creamy fish broth. The noodles are prepared with a thin rice flour batter that is poured on a flat surf... READ MORE

Originating from the coastal region around Mazatlán, ceviche de Sierra is a traditional type of ceviche prepared with fresh mackerel as the key ingredient. Other ingredients used in the dish include lime juice, carrots, onions, cucumbers, s... READ MORE

Godeungeo gui is a traditional fish dish originating from South Korea. The dish is made with a combination of mackerel (skin-on, head and tail removed), vegetable oil, salt, and lemon wedges. The fish is seasoned with salt on both sides, rinsed, d... READ MORE

The perfect blend of spicy, sweet, savory, and umami flavors, penang laksa is a popular Malaysian street food, originating from the north-western state of Penang. This hearty noodle soup is made with poached mackerel (or sardines), tamarind, lemon... READ MORE

Assam laksa is a traditional fish-based sour noodle soup. It is the one of the numerous varieties of laksa, popular noodle soups widespread throughout Southeast Asia. The dish consists of rice noodles, shredded fish, and sliced vegetables... READ MORE

Fisherman’s Pie is a traditional and Irish dish similar to shepherd’s pie, but made with seafood instead of meat. It typically includes a mixture of white fish like cod or haddock, sometimes with salmon or shrimp, cooked in a creamy sa... READ MORE

Oshizushi is the name of a unique sushi variety, distinguished by its signature rectangular shape. Also known as pressed or box sushi, it is made with oshibako, a long rectangular wooden appliance which acts as a frame. ... READ MORE

This pressed sushi variety consist of a sushi rice base that is topped with marinated mackerel fillet, which is typically covered with a thin, delicate layer of kelp. Unlike other pressed sushi varieties, saba zushi is not made in traditional wood... READ MORE

Run down is a flavorful Jamaican fish stew that is traditionally cooked in a mix of coconut milk, onions, garlic, and tomatoes until it develops a thick consistency. The fish used in run down is usually cod or mackerel, cut into larger pieces. It ... READ MORE

Otak-otak goreng is a traditional dish originating from Padang, but it can also be found in Singapore and Malaysia. These fish cakes are usually made with a combination of fish paste (often mackerel), coconut milk, scallions, tapioca flour, and a ... READ MORE

In Japanese cuisine, nizakana dishes fall into the wider category of boiled foods collectively called nimono, which are traditionally a part of every meal except breakfast. Also known as nitsuke or sakana no nimono (lit.... READ MORE

Chiftele de pește are Romanian meatballs made with fish instead of meat. The fish balls are typically prepared with a mixture of minced, boneless fish fillets, slices of bread soaked in milk, onions, garlic, and eggs, seasoned with chopped parsley... READ MORE

Mackerel bap is an English fish sandwich originating from River Cottage Canteen restaurant in Axminster, where it's been created by chef Tim Maddams. The sandwich is made with mackerel fillets that are dredged in flour, dipped in beaten eggs, deep... READ MORE

As the name suggests, Iwakunizushi is a variety of pressed sushi that hails from Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi. It is made by layering sushi rice, lotus roots, shiitake mushrooms, and thin threads of fried eggs into large, square-shaped wooden molds. Tr... READ MORE

Solomon Gundy is a popular Jamaican fish pâté made with smoked red herring or mackerel combined with hot peppers, onions, and spices. The dish is traditionally served with crackers as an appetizer or a snack. It is recommended to pair... READ MORE

Bucatini al sugo di suri is a traditional dish originating from Giulianova in Abruzzo. The dish is made with a combination of bucatini pasta, mackerel, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and salt. The mackerel is cooked in olive oil until golden. The tom... READ MORE

Saba misoni is a traditional fish dish originating from Japan. The dish is usually made with a combination of mackerel fillets, sake, soy sauce, mirin, miso, and sugar. The fillets are cooked in a pan with sugar, soy sauce, water, sake, and mirin.... READ MORE

Maquereaux au vin blanc is a traditional fish dish originating from France. The dish is usually made with a combination of mackerel, white wine, onions, garlic, bay leaves, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, salt, peppercorns, lemon rind, lemon juice... READ MORE

Pla thot khamin or deep-fried turmeric fish is a fish delicacy hailing from the south of Thailand. The dish is typically made with whole, cleaned fish, seasoned with salt, and then thoroughly rubbed with a chunky mixture of fresh turmeric and garl... READ MORE

Sgombri con le cipolle is a traditional dish originating from eastern Liguria. It's usually made with a combination of mackerel fillets, sliced onions, white wine and white wine vinegar, thyme, bay leaves, juniper berries, salt, and pepper. The fi... READ MORE

Makshoun deerak is a seafood dish from the Southern Regions of Saudi Arabia, particularly along the shores of the Red Sea, which involves spicying a whole deerak fish (narrow-barred Spanish mackerel) with a rich mixture of herbs, spices, and rice.... READ MORE

Kovu walu is a traditional fish dish that is infused with coconut milk and spices, then steamed in banana leaves. Walu is locally-sourced Spanish mackerel, while kovu refers to the method of preparation of the fish that involves ... READ MORE

Mataba au poisson is a traditional dish originating from Mayotte, an overseas department and region of France. The dish is usually made with a combination of mackerel, coconut milk, garlic, onions, pounded cassava leaves, and salt. The fish is coo... READ MORE