I use mackerel just as I do salmon to make mackerel patties. I add rosemary to my recipe, I sprinkle just a few fresh bristles (6-10) on top. It is also good in the oven, instead of frying mackerel patties, I bake them.
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You only need four ingredients for these easy, inexpensive, delicious mackerel patties.
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How can I use canned mackerel in a recipe?
By Darlene L
I don't have any particular recipe, I just use canned mackerel as a substitution for salmon in any salmon recipe from salmon patties to salmon croquettes.
Can I make patties out of canned mackerel similar to salmon patties?
By Marla from Gastonia, NC
I'm a Save-A-Lot shopper and this is one of our favorite suppers. Canned Salmon I usually replace crab in a creamy crab cake recipe - but with canned Mackerel I use a deviled clam recipe.
Mini Food processor or a blender creates the best results:
1 medium green pepper, 1 medium onion, 1 medium potato - all raw, cut in chunks and chop very tiny in blender or food processor. Empty this mixture in mixing bowl.
Drain one can of mackerel and toss in blender, bones and all. The bones have great calcium and will grind/disappear. Add 1 large egg and about 2 tbsp of Old Bay or seasoning of choice. Chop for about 30 seconds. Add to mixing bowl.
Mix all well and gently dip by the spoonful onto breadcrumbs and coat. Fry in a pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes each side. Serve with cocktail or tartar sauce.
I would like to know how to make mackerel croquettes?
By Linda Johnson from Memphis, TN
Use Mackerel instead of salmon, just as good as salmon, much cheaper.
Ingredients
1 (14 3/4 oz.) canned salmon
1/4 cup onion,or more, finely chopped
Directions
Open salmon. Place salmon in mixing bowl and flake evenly with a fork. Add onion, corn meal, flour, mayonnaise, and egg. Stir until well blended. Shape the mixture into patties about the size of an average burger or less. I put flour on hands to keep it from sticking. Cook in oil in skillet over medium heat until browned on each side. Turn once while frying.
Note: The mayonnaise helps the patties hold their shape and keeps them from being too dry. May need to add more flour.
By Kathleen from Dothan, Al
I need a recipe with canned mackerel. Thanks.
By Simone
Are you sure you want mackerel and not salmon? Mackerel is a strong tasting fish that will stink up your whole house. However this recipe will work. I make it with salmon.
There was a time when mackerel tasted better than salmon. We used a lot of it. I found that I could substitute it for salmon in lots of recipes such as salmon loaf and salmon patties. If it is as strong as others say, try rinsing it, and be sure to include some lemon juice in the mix.
I have always made tuna fish sandwhiches are with crackers its so good just mix 1 can tuna medium can mackeral the tall can half too whole cup mayo. Same with pickle relish dash salt three dashes of sugar and two to four eggs if this recipe will be doubled this alsoso good with lettuce leaves or salad an great on a hot day served with chips in tortillas the thoughts cause it delish or so outgoing try it let me know good right make sure u have enough mayo.
I found dried parsley added to the mix killed the extra fishy taste. Cheap and on hand.
Do I have to worry about bones in canned mackarel? Would there be any bones left to harm me?
By Sharadg from Toronto
No, the bones in canned mackerel have been pressure cooked during processing. They are soft and fall apart.
I had canned mackerel and the bones were hard and sharp not soft. I had to pick them out
What was the brand name of that mackerel ? , I have never had that happen anytime that I have purchased Mackerel
My grandmother cooked us a Korean Mackerel dish often. She used canned Mackerel. I've been eating the bones my whole life lol. They're actually one of my favorite parts in that dish because I enjoy the soft crunch. Lol. One of my favorite Korean dishes!
Rather than discarding them, can the juices from canned mackerel be used in various recipes? Many thanks.
By A.P.P.
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Recipes Using Canned Mackerel. I am looking for a recipe for canned mackerel. I get my food from the food bank and I was given a can of mackerel.
A tip that my Aunt gave me, as a newlywed, I gladly accepted. Being that my new husband and I both liked salmon croquettes, but couldn't afford salmon at the time.
