Oven-Roasted Mackerel Jjigae-Style with German Twist
A fusion dish that combines the flavors of German and Korean cuisines by incorporating the hearty, comforting flavors of a German-style roasted dish with the bold spices of a Korean jjigae.
Ingredients
- ●4 Mackerel filletsFresh or frozen
- ●2 tbsp German-style mustardSpicy or mild
- ●1 tsp Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)Adjust to taste
- ●1 tsp Brown sugarBalance the heat
- ●2 tbsp Sesame oilFor roasting
- ●1 loaf German-style dark rye breadFor serving
- ●1 bunch Green onionsChopped for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- 3
Place the mackerel fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix together the German-style mustard, Korean chili flakes, and brown sugar.
- 5
Brush the mixture evenly onto both sides of the mackerel fillets.
- 6
Drizzle the sesame oil over the mackerel fillets.
- 7
Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- 8
While the mackerel is roasting, toast the German-style dark rye bread until crispy.
- 9
To serve, place a toasted slice of rye bread on a plate, top with a mackerel fillet, and garnish with chopped green onions.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!