Any fish on the grill is very hearty and flavorful. The amazing taste of such a product is explained by the fact that it is pre-soaked in a special marinade, and then briefly fried on charcoal. It is worth noting that for the preparation of such a dish, it is advisable to use only fatty varieties of fish. After all, the only way you get a juicy and high-calorie lunch.
Tasty and fast cooking fish on the grill
Essential Ingredients:
- fresh or frozen mackerel (you can also take salmon or trout) - 4-5 pcs.;
- tomato pickle - 1 cup;
- high fat mayonnaise - 2 large spoons;
- small sea salt - 1 small spoon;
- bay leaf - 1-2 pcs.;
- fresh greens - 2 bunches;
- ground black pepper - a pair of pinch;
- leek - 1 bunch;
- any spices and seasonings - to taste.
The process of processing the main ingredient
Fish on the grill is tasty and juicy only if you use fatty varieties of this product. You can, for example, purchase several pieces of fresh mackerel, which is ideal for cooking on charcoal. The fish needs to be rinsed, cleaned of all the insides, tail, fins and head, and then cut into 2-3 parts.
Marinade process
In order for the fish on the grill to be aromatic, it must be soaked in a self-prepared marinade. To do this, mix 2 large spoons of mayonnaise, 1 cup of tomato brine, sea salt, ground black pepper, shredded fresh herbs and leek in an enameled bowl. It is also recommended to add chopped bay leaf and any seasonings and spices to taste to the sauce.
The process of pickling fish
Processed and chopped mackerel must be put in a pan, and then completely fill it with previously prepared marinade. After this, the ingredients must be mixed by hand, cover and leave aside for 3-4 hours. During this time, the fish will absorb the aromas of sauce, become more juicy and tasty.
How to cook fish on a fire on the grill
After the above-mentioned time, you can safely begin to light a fire. It is recommended to do this in the grill, on which the grill is well installed. It is worth noting that for faster cooking of a fish dish, it is advisable to use only birch or oak firewood (you can cook coals). After all, it is they who are able to give a strong heat, which is necessary for instant frying of mackerel.
As a rule, the fish on the grill cooks for 20-26 minutes. But if the coals are not too hot, then this time should be increased not yet a quarter of an hour.
Proper serving
Ready fried mackerel should be carefully removed from the grill using cooking tongs, and then put on a large plate, the surface of which is recommended to cover with fresh leaves of green salad. Serving such a delicious dish made on charcoal is necessary along with a light side dish in the form of fresh vegetables and herbs. However, fish can be presented to guests along with mashed potatoes, boiled rice, pasta, etc.