Mackerel is a fattier fish , but with a very good taste that can be prepared in several ways, having the advantage of being easier to clean because it has no scales .

Mackerel species are rich in omega-3 fatty acids , and have high levels of vitamin B12 (almost 700% of the daily requirement). (1) They contain minerals such as selenium, copper, phosphorus, magnesium and iron. They also contain smaller amounts of vitamin A, potassium, zinc and sodium. A 100-gram serving of mackerel contains 21 grams of protein, which is about 40% of the daily requirement.