Smoked jack mackerel fillet
Our smoked jack mackerel is sustainably caught by Elvis and his fellow fishermen in Coronel, Chile. A total of 6 boats sail the coastal waters of Chile in search of this schooling fish. And that is unique. The jack mackerel is the only sustainably caught smoked mackerel product that can be found on Dutch supermarket shelves. And tasty too! In Volendam, smoke master Jaap gives the fish its delicious taste through traditional smoking methods. Perfect in salads, on a bagel or just as is!
As a Jack mackerel fisherman, locally known as jurel, Elvis follows his family's tradition: “I love the sea, and my crew feels like family." Elvis is the proud captain of the Ventisquero, one of the 6 boats that catch the Jack mackerel for Fish Tales.
Jack mackerel is a fish all of its own — full-bodied, firm-fleshed and full of flavour. Slightly leaner than Atlantic mackerel, which makes it surprisingly versatile in the kitchen.
Our Chilean jack mackerel is perfect for smoking, frying or adding to warm dishes like stews and fish pie. It keeps its firm bite well, even after further cooking.
And perhaps best of all: this jack mackerel is caught from well-managed fish stocks, where quotas keep catches in check and the fish population stays healthy. So you're not just choosing bold flavour — you're choosing a better way of fishing.
Our Jack mackerel is hot-smoked using beech wood smoke. The fish is placed on trays in a large oven, where it is heated while smoke fills the space. This process gives the Jack mackerel its delicious, signature smokey flavour.
Curious about the full story? Watch the video on our fishery page and follow the journey of the Jack mackerel—from the sea to your plate!
Yes, Jack mackerel is a healthier choice compared to non-sustainable Atlantic mackerel! This fish is full of flavor but with fewer calories because it contains less fat. Additionally, Jack mackerel is rich in healthy omega-3 fatty acids and even contains more protein than regular mackerel.
An added benefit: Jack mackerel contains significantly fewer harmful substances like mercury, because it stays smaller, lives shorter, and has a lower position in the food chain.
You can currently find our smoked Jack mackerel fillet at Albert Heijn in The Netherlands. Would you like to see this delicious fish at your local supermarket? Send them an email and let them know you're missing it! Who knows, our Jack mackerel might soon be available just around the corner!
Our Jack mackerel is the perfect sustainable alternative to Atlantic mackerel and can be used in all your favourite smoked mackerel recipes. Chilean Jack mackerel is typically a bit firmer in texture and less fatty, making it not only delicious on its own but also ideal for stews or added into dishes like fish pie.
Need more inspiration? Take a look at our recipes here!
