SPANISH MACKEREL
Also known as: Mackerel, Spotted cybium, Bay mackerel, Spotted mackerel
Scomberomorus maculatus
Availability
Year-round.
taste/Texture
Spanish mackerel has a rich, pronounced flavor. For a milder flavor, cut out the outer bands of dark meat along the midline. Flaky and moist.
source
U.S. wild-caught from Rhode Island to Alabama.
Health Benefits
Mackerel is high in omega-3 fatty acids and is an excellent source of selenium, niacin, and vitamins B6 and B12.
