Mackerel piccata

Method

• Pat dry and fillet the mackerel – make sure to remove the pin bones.
• Slice the mackerel and put 2 pieces of cheddar cheese strips into each mackerel fillet incision.
• In a bowl, gently whisk together the 2 eggs. Add the gratedhorseradish, grated cheese, salt and pepper to taste, then mix.
• Heat oil in a frying pan. Dip each mackerel fillet into the egg mixture and gently lower the fillet into the oil.
• Cook the mackerel fillet for approximately 6-7 minutes each side, in a frying pan, skin side first and then the flesh side.
• Add the diced tomatoes and the rocket at the centre of the plate.
• Once the mackerel fillets are cooked to your liking, placed the fillets on top of the plate and serve.
• Serving Suggestions: Serve on the warmed platter and garnish with parsley. Sprinkle over some grated cheese and serve with oven-baked potatoes.