Mediterranean Mackerel Pasta with Fresh Herbs Recipe

Mediterranean Mackerel Pasta with Fresh Herbs Recipe

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This Mediterranean pasta recipe showcases the rich and oily flavours of mackerel, paired with fresh herbs, olive oil, and zesty lemon. It's a light yet satisfying dish that's quick to prepare, making it perfect for a nutritious midweek meal. The combination of tangy capers, briny olives, and juicy cherry tomatoes enhances the depth of the mackerel, offering a truly Mediterranean culinary experience.

Ingredients:

  • 250g pasta (your choice)
  • 300g mackerel fillets, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • 250g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 1/4 cup pitted olives, sliced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta
    1 Cook the pasta

    Boil your chosen pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving a bit of pasta water.

  2. Prepare the sauce
    2 Prepare the sauce

    In a large pan, sauté minced garlic and chilli flakes in olive oil. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until softened. Add chunks of mackerel, capers, and olives, stirring gently to combine.

  3. Toss and serve
    3 Toss and serve

    Toss the cooked pasta with the mackerel mixture. Add lemon juice, fresh parsley, and a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.

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