{"product_id":"fresh-mackerel","title":"Fresh Mackerel","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh Mackerel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium extra-large Pacific mackerel (Scomber japonicus), wild-caught from the pristine cold waters of the East China Sea, delivering some of the richest, most flavorful dark-meat fish available. Each mackerel boasts a streamlined silver-blue body with distinctive tiger-stripe markings along its back, firm oily flesh packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and a bold savory taste that stands up beautifully to robust seasonings. These are jumbo-sized specimens - substantially larger than typical market mackerel, offering thick fillets with excellent meat-to-bone ratio. Its natural oil content keeps the flesh incredibly moist through any cooking method - grill for smoky depth, cure for sushi, pan-sear for crispy skin, or simmer in Japanese miso glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild-caught jumbo Pacific mackerel from East China Sea cold waters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally high in omega-3 EPA\/DHA among richest sources of any food fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra-large size with thick fillets and excellent meat-to-bone ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirm, oily dark flesh staying moist through any cooking method\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive silver-blue body with beautiful tiger-stripe dorsal markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlash-frozen immediately post-catch to preserve peak freshness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking \u0026amp; Application Scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Charcoal Grilled] Score diagonally, grill over medium-high heat 4-5 min per side until skin crisps, serve with yuzu ponzu or grated daikon; [Miso-Glazed Broil] Marinate in white miso, mirin and sake 24 hours, broil 6-8 min until glaze caramelizes golden-brown; [Pan-Seared] Season salt\/pepper, sear skin-side down 3-4 min until very crispy, flip briefly, finish with lemon\/herbs; [Simmered Soy-Braised] Braise in dashi, soy sauce, sake and ginger 15-20 min until fish absorbs umami broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore refrigerated at 0-4C and consume within 1-2 days (mackerel is highly perishable). Freeze at -18C for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight before cooking. Consume cooked leftovers within 2 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NATHAN BROOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46576235053158,"sku":"FRESH-MACKEREL-500","price":14.38,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/8530\/5446\/files\/Mackrl_IcePlate.jpg?v=1786523025","url":"https:\/\/nathctro.shop\/products\/fresh-mackerel","provider":"NATHAN BROOKS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}