Jamie Oliver Smoked Mackerel on Toast is made with smoked mackerel, focaccia, new potatoes, English mustard, natural yoghurt, tomatoes, cucumber, and chives. This recipe creates a savory, crisp open-faced fish toast paired with a tangy potato salad. It takes about 20 minutes to prepare and serves 2.
Jamie Oliver Smoked Mackerel on Toast Ingredients
- 160g smoked mackerel fillets
- 2 slices of focaccia or bread of your choice
- 1 x 300g tin of peeled new potatoes
- 1 tsp English mustard
- 150g natural yoghurt
- 2 tsp baby capers in brine
- ½ a bunch of chives (10g)
- 1 gherkin
- 160g ripe tomatoes
- ½ a cucumber
- ½ a lemon
How To Make Jamie Oliver Smoked Mackerel on Toast
- Cook the Mackerel Toast: Place mackerel fillets skin-side down on bread slices. Cook in an air fryer at 200ºC for 10 minutes until golden.
- Make the Salad Base: Drain potatoes, chop large ones, and mix in a bowl with mustard, yoghurt, and capers.
- Add Veg and Herbs: Finely chop most of the chives, slice the gherkin, chop tomatoes and cucumber, and stir everything into the salad. Season to taste.
- Plate the Dish: Divide salad onto plates. Add crispy mackerel toast on top.
- Finish and Serve: Spoon over any cooking juices and garnish with remaining chives. Serve with lemon wedges.
Recipe Tips
- Use Good Bread: Focaccia adds richness, but sourdough or rye also work well.
- Skin Side Down: Ensures the mackerel crisps up while toasting the bread underneath.
- Balance the Salad: The mustard and yoghurt dressing adds tang—adjust to taste.
- Chop Evenly: Small, uniform pieces ensure a well-mixed salad.
- Serve Fresh: Best enjoyed warm straight from the air fryer.
What To Serve With Smoked Mackerel on Toast
This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine, sparkling water with lemon, or a side of pickled vegetables. Add a soft-boiled egg or green salad for a fuller brunch.
How To Store Smoked Mackerel on Toast
Refrigerate: Store leftover salad separately in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Toast is best fresh but can be stored for 1 day and reheated.
Freeze: Not suitable for freezing due to the yoghurt and fresh vegetables.
Smoked Mackerel on Toast Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Sodium: 900mg
FAQs
Can I use other fish besides mackerel?
Yes, smoked trout or sardines work well too.
Is the potato salad served warm or cold?
It’s served at room temperature or slightly chilled.
What can I use instead of yoghurt?
Try crème fraîche or sour cream for a similar texture.
Is this dish spicy?
No, but the mustard adds a bit of heat—you can adjust to taste.
Do I need to peel the cucumber?
Not necessary; just chop it roughly for texture.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Smoked Mackerel on Toast
Course: DinnerCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy2
servings10
10
minutes480
kcalCrispy smoked mackerel on toasted focaccia served with a zesty potato salad full of fresh herbs, cucumber, and tomato.
Ingredients
160g smoked mackerel fillets
2 slices focaccia
1 x 300g tin peeled new potatoes
1 tsp English mustard
150g natural yoghurt
2 tsp baby capers
½ bunch chives
1 gherkin
160g ripe tomatoes
½ cucumber
½ lemon
Directions
- Toast mackerel on focaccia at 200ºC in air fryer for 10 minutes.
- Drain and chop potatoes, mix with mustard, yoghurt, capers.
- Add chopped chives, sliced gherkin, tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Season salad and divide between plates.
- Top with mackerel toast, drizzle with cooking juices, garnish with chives.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use crusty bread for better support.
- Adjust mustard to taste in salad.
- Salad keeps well for next-day lunch.
- Avoid freezing due to dairy and texture changes.