Big Mack

Serves 4

You can tempt kids to try fish with Mark's Big Mack

When you really have an excess of mackerel then this makes a fantastic snack or main meal. It's also a great way to get the kids eating fish: a whole mackerel might put them off, but you can tempt them to try fish with the Big Mack.

This can be serve with a relish of your choice like corn or spiced tomato.

8 medium-large mackerel, filleted, skinned and boned
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
20-30g fresh white breadcrumbs
2 spring onions, cleaned and finely chopped
Vegetable or corn oil for frying
4 soft hamburger buns

Ensure there are no bones in the mackerel fillets then finely chop them, before adding the spring onion and seasoning. Next, mould the mixture into four balls, then flatten into patties using a spatula or a palette knife. Then press the patties into the breadcrumbs on both sides and refrigerate them on a tray for an hour or so.

Heat the oil in a large, preferably non-stick frying pan and cook the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side, carefully turning them with a fish slice. Halve the buns, lightly toast them if desired, then place the patties between them – adding relish if you wish – and serve.