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Ready to cook these portioned Mackerel fillets have been cured in salty kelp seaweed or Konbu in Japanese, which adds another layer of umami with the salt to the already tasty fish.

One of the healthiest fish you can eat, Mackerel is high in protein, vitamins, minerals, and the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, EPA and DHA are vital to cell development, and are needed for fetal development and healthy ageing. Basically, if you eat lots of healthy fish like Mackerel, you will live longer and be less likely to get sick.

Popularly known in Asian cuisine as Saba, this fish can be prepared in various ways from sushi, baked, grilled or fried but the easiest and one of the most popular and delicious way is to grill it either whole or as more commonly seen, filleted.

Baked in the oven, this Grilled Mackerel or Saba Shioyaki is the simplest fish recipe you can make on your busy weeknight. It’s a little rustic, but a thing of beauty, with its golden crispy skin and delicious flavor. Serve it with steamed rice, miso soup, and a salad, you’ll have a lovely Japanese meal for dinner.

Grilled Mackerel or Saba Shioyaki (鯖の塩焼き) is one of the popular seafood dishes served as an entree or part of a bento combination in Japanese restaurants. What you may not know is how fast and easy it is to make this grilled fish at home. What makes it a popular dish for any family dinner is that it feels special, but is so very simple.