Caballa A La Gallega (galician Style Mackerel)

Caballa a la Gallega, or Galician Style Mackerel, is a traditional dish from the Galicia region of Spain. This simple and delicious recipe showcases the flavors of fresh mackerel with a few key ingredients.

Caballa A La Gallega (galician Style Mackerel)

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh mackerel fillets
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the sliced potatoes in a single layer on the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. Season the mackerel fillets with salt and place them on top of the potatoes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, sweet paprika, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Spread this mixture over the mackerel fillets.
  5. Add the sliced onions on top of the mackerel.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the mackerel is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
  7. Serve the Caballa a la Gallega hot, drizzled with a little more olive oil if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Baking dish Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Caballa a la Gallega with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and fresh mackerel fillets.

Cost

$15