AN NAM MACKEREL IN BLACK PEPPER SAUCE WITH CRISPY GARLIC BUTTER BAGUETTE

🌟 Ingredients:

• 1 can of An Nam Mackerel in Black Pepper Sauce
• 1 baguette (or Vietnamese-style crusty bread roll)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped scallions (optional)
• Ground black pepper, dried chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Make the garlic butter:

• Mix the softened butter with minced garlic and a pinch of pepper or chili flakes if desired.
• Slice the baguette diagonally into ~1.5 cm thick pieces, then spread the garlic butter evenly on top.

Toast the bread:

• Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy.
• If you don’t have an oven, you can toast the bread slices in a non-stick pan over medium heat, turning to brown both sides.

Prepare the fish:

• Open the can of An Nam Mackerel in Black Pepper Sauce. Warm it up in the microwave or a small pan.
• Sprinkle with some chopped scallions or cilantro to enhance the aroma if you like.

To serve:

• Arrange the garlic butter toast on a plate. Drizzle a bit of the pepper sauce over the bread.
• Top each slice with a piece of mackerel and enjoy immediately while it’s hot and crispy.

💡 Tips:

• Add a simple vinaigrette salad, a few slices of cucumber or cherry tomatoes for a fresh appetizer platter.
• For a richer version, top with grated cheese or slices of boiled egg.

👉 An Nam Mackerel in Black Pepper Sauce with Garlic Butter Baguette — an irresistible treat!