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Nutritional Values

🔥580kcal
💪38gProtein
🌾—Carbs
🥑42gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

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Grilled Mackerel

How to order / say it
Say it Скумрия на скара — [skoom-REE-yah nah SKAH-rah]
Order I would like to try the Obzor Mackerel, please.
Locally Бих искал да опитам обзорската скумрия, моля.
Say locally

Freshly grilled mackerel seasoned with local herbs.

Why try it?

This dish captures the essence of Obzor's coastal charm, offering a taste of the Black Sea's bountiful offerings.

How it tastes

The mackerel is tender and juicy, infused with aromatic herbs and a hint of sea salt, offering a delightful blend of marine flavors.

Origin & History — first documented: 1847

Originating in the mid-19th century, this dish became a staple among the fishing communities. The tradition of grilling fresh catch persists to this day.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 600 g mackerel
  • 🍋 1 lemon
  • 🌿 10 g thyme
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic
  • 🫒 20 ml olive oil
  • 🧂 5 g sea salt

Method

  1. 1 Preheat the grill.
  2. 2 Clean and score the mackerel.
  3. 3 Season with garlic, thyme, and sea salt.
  4. 4 Grill the fish until the skin is crisp.
  5. 5 Serve with lemon wedges.

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