How to Cook Buttered Lemon Tanigue (Spanish Mackerel Steaks)
Buttered Lemon Tanigue is a quick and easy recipe that involves pan-grilling tanigue steaks and topping them with a tangy lemon-infused butter sauce, resulting in a mouthwatering seafood dish.
Servings: 3 slices
Calories: 305kcal
Ingredients
- 3 slices Tanigue steak
- 1 piece lemon
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 head garlic minced
- salt and pepper
- 1 Tbsp. cooking oil
Instructions
How to cook buttered lemon tanigue
- In a pan stir-fry garlic with cooking oil until fragrant. Then place the 1/2 cup butter in the pan and allow to melt in moderate heat stirring occasionally.
- Pour the melted sauce in a plastic container and place in the freezer to allow the sauce to solidify.
- Rub salt and pepper on the tanigue slices and drizzle with lemon juice let stand to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a nonstick pan melt 1 tbsp butter and pan grill the tanigue slices one by one for 2-3 minutes each side at moderate heat or you can adjust the cooking time depending on your desired result but overcook to keep the fish moist.
- Place in a serving platter. Top with a scoop of semi solidified butter garlic and tanigue steak and serve. Garnish with lemon slice and parsley if desired.
Notes
Cooking Tips:
- Don't skimp on the marinating time: Allowing the tanigue slices to marinate in lemon juice for at least 15 minutes helps infuse the fish with tangy flavors, enhancing its taste and tenderness.
- Use a non-stick pan for grilling: To achieve a beautiful golden crust on the tanigue slices without sticking, make sure to use a non-stick pan when grilling. This ensures easy flipping and prevents the fish from breaking apart.
- Adjust cooking time to your preference: While the suggested cooking time is 2-3 minutes per side, feel free to adjust it according to your desired level of doneness. Be cautious not to overcook the tanigue, as it can dry out. Aim for a moist and flaky texture that melts in your mouth.