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Sgombro al Vapore #nonsololetortedianna #ricetta #recipe #giallozafferanoricette #ricettadelgiorno #ricettafacile #cucinaveloce #foodphotography #fotofood #foodie #giallosocialblog #igersitalia #igersoftheday #instagood #gnamgnam #instagram #instalike #cottoemangiato #fotointavola #foodpassion #secondipiatticreativi #cotturaalvapore #pesce #sgombroalvapore #cucinasana #cucinasalutare Sgombro al Vapore: A Simple and Delicious Italian Recipe

Sgombro al Vapore

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Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed
  • Steamer or a large pot with a steamer insert
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Plate for serving
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • 2 whole mackerel cleaned and scaled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon for juice and wedges
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Fresh herbs such as parsley or dill, for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes or vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for steaming alongside

Instructions
 

  • Instructions
  • Prepare the Mackerel:
  • Rinse the mackerel under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
  • Using a sharp knife, make three diagonal slashes on each side of the fish. This helps it cook evenly and allows the flavors to penetrate the flesh.
  • Season the Fish:
  • Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the fish.
  • Sprinkle salt, pepper, and minced garlic inside the slashes and on both sides.
  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish and place lemon wedges inside the cavity.
  • Prepare the Steamer:
  • Fill a pot with water (about 1-2 inches deep) and bring it to a boil. If using a steamer insert, make sure it sits above the water level.
  • If you’re adding vegetables, you can place them in the steamer with the fish for added flavor.
  • Steam the Mackerel:
  • Carefully place the mackerel in the steamer. Cover with a lid.
  • Steam for about 15 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve:
  • Remove the mackerel from the steamer and transfer it to a serving plate.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with additional lemon wedges on the side.
  • Variations
  • Herbed Sgombro: Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for a fragrant twist.
  • Spicy Version: Include red pepper flakes or sliced chili for a little heat.
  • Vegetable Medley: Steam a variety of vegetables, such as asparagus, broccoli, or carrots, along with the fish.
Keyword Sgombro, Sgombro al Vapore