How to catch, clean and cook Mackerel and Herring - Delicious and simple | The Fish Locker

How to catch and cook Mackerel. One of the most famous and widely eaten sea fish is the Mackerel. Great fun to catch, attractive to look at and tastes amazing. Here my father in law and I show you how to catch Mackerel and Herring, how to clean and prepare them and then how to cook them in the most delicious ways.
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[@TheFishLocker]

This was a very special video for Jim and I and we hope to be able to do more catch and cooks on the boat together soon. Have a wonderful day everyone and take care. 👍🏻💙

[@anthonykilleen1712]

All the best form Sunderland lads

[@CUBANSOUL1]

Great job buddy thanks ❤️

[@kevinfletcher7471]

Jim is a note book full of knowledge, I am seriously impressed, please keep sharing .

[@julesdby]

Amazon do a huge 454g English mustard powder for just under £9 bargain for the amount 👍

[@trampster7306]

Very special for all of us John - just fantastic! Jim in his kitchen excelled himself.

[@aillyia]

Jim needs to have his own cooking channel on KZbin. Something that encourages people to try different species of fish than typical.

[@AconiteVirtu]

I’d watch the hell out of that!!

[@deannaduffee6453]

That's a great idea!

[@iangraham1505]

He'd have a subscriber in New Zealand if he did 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

I have mentioned this to Jim and he has just retired after a lifetime of work so is looking to wind down his workload. Right now he is happy to add to our channel. Who knows, in time he may want to do his own. 😊👍🏻

[@iangraham1505]

@@TheFishLocker Well he certainly does "add" to the channel 😊 His cumin and tumeric beer battered fish with mango chutney mayonnaise is now a regular at our table, usually with Rig (like your Smoothound) or Snapper (similar to your Couch's Bream)

[@RAZGRIZ2F]

Every time Jim makes an appearance, he puts a smile on my face. I like this man 😁

[@TheFishLocker]

He is honestly one of the best men I have ever known in my life. 💙

[@jamesspargo7821]

Too kind Raz

[@neilr4867]

@@jamesspargo7821 love it when you make an appearance! Always worth a watch. All the best from Australia 👍

[@rossfrench1859]

@@TheFishLocker I like the way he takes you out of your comfort zone.

[@jamescleary5198]

Great seeing you and Jim on the boat together and I love it when Jim puts you in check at the dinner table - “no John you have to eat the skin as well” 🤣🤣 you can see his passion for cooking and the memories it brought back for him. Great job guys 👍🏼

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. He is honestly one of the best men I have ever met. 😊👍🏻

[@trampster7306]

@@TheFishLocker I would have given my right arm to be there John! Luckily, I'm left handed!

[@johncorby7894]

This is entertainment at its best, you guy's make a team that can't be beaten, congratulations.

[@TheFishLocker]

We are simply sharing what we love doing. 😊

[@Jimmyfisher121]

I cannot describe the enjoyment of watching you both out on the boat and then the magic Jim works in the kitchen, thank you both so much for a new look at why I should hurry up and get fishing in the sea.

[@TheFishLocker]

We are simply sharing what we love doing. 😊👍🏻

[@looneygooner1960]

Awesome session on the boat, great catch and cook up, lovely variation of flavours and methods, cheap fish turned into posh nosh, what a team John & Jim #Tightlines

[@TheFishLocker]

Mackerel if done right and eaten fresh are amazing eating fish. 😊

[@StellarSailor]

I adore these shows. It’s like therapy!

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad that you enjoy them. 😊

[@lethPointer]

just lovely seeing you two fishing and cooking

[@TheFishLocker]

We had a wonderful day. 😊👍🏻

[@cynnsmith9434]

That was so lovely. Nice to see Jim on the boat and his food a true delight. Glad you both enjoyed it,

[@TheFishLocker]

We LOVED IT!!

[@shttickets7960]

More Jim he's a great addition to the channel!

[@TheFishLocker]

He is brilliant isn’t he. 💙

[@gradybrowning3976]

Nice to see Jim out there with you.

[@TheFishLocker]

We had a great day. 😊

[@MattyO-72]

Great to see Jim catch some fish ! Looked like a great day together, culminating in a nice meal. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure Matt

[@heathrowism]

You can’t beat fresh caught and cooked mackerel for an early breakfast 😋

[@TheFishLocker]

Amazing isn’t it. 😊

[@Beth_kolb5510]

I love everything you forage and you are respectful. It's awesome. Your show is very calming right before bed too. Keep up the awesome work!

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad you enjoy the videos. 😊👍🏻

[@tonyallen1953]

Jim knows his stuff amazing recipe cant wait to try it.Thanks for posting 😀

[@TheFishLocker]

Let us know how you get on with it mate. 👍🏻

[@travis2557]

This is one of my new favorite, the stories an knowledge of the older generation is priceless. Thanks sharing 👍👍👍

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure Travis. 😊

[@Chgtuber]

This video was a real treat in several ways. Good to see you and Jim out on the boat together. It was fun to see all the meal creation for herring and mackerel and the side dishes. Lastly the eating and description of the dishes and a sit down together for a meal was delicious 😋. Thank you so much 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much, I am glad that you enjoyed joining us. I know I say it every time but it really was delicious. 💙

[@joanneash3305]

I just love to watch him cooking. He’s in his happy place. Just warms my heart.

[@TheFishLocker]

Jim is wonderful isn't he. 😊

[@berniecoles2337]

Like a millpond John. I’ve always found watching Jim in the kitchen to be very calming, like sitting with your grandparents and listening to the clock tick on the wall. Such a lovely gentleman.

[@TheFishLocker]

Jim is simply wonderful. 😊

[@keithhaynes8079]

Thank you both they looked delicious and so easy to do, at 76 I wish I lived near to you.

[@TheFishLocker]

Still a spring chicken then? 😉

[@davidhall1779]

love the catch and cooks with Jim. keep up the good works.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😊

[@PilzE.]

This brings back so many cool memories with my dad and me, out in his 5-man dingy, feathering for mackerel off the Noth Devon coast, Watermouth Harbour, between Coombe Martin and Ilfracombe. We could only stay out for an hour or two at most and the boat would be filled with fish. I'd then walk around the camp site, Big Meadow, with my sisters and sell the excess to fish to other campers, 10p a fish. Ahhhh, the glorious smell of fresh caught, BBQ`d mackerel. Happy, HAPPY days indeed. 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

Happy memories. 😊💙

[@123spleege]

I am in California and these videos have totally got me possessed!!!!! I must head to the northern California coast and start mucking about. I love shellfish of all kinds and Fish Locker Dude explains what you're looking at and looking for. The idea of bringing a small camping stove, digging up some amazing seafood, and feasting is so very cool. KInd of like gold prospecting. Excellent videos!!!!

[@TheFishLocker]

It is just like prospecting. You have some great family fun and if you are successful, a tastey meal at the end of it all. 😊👍🏻

[@Floody2010]

You're an inspiration, John. I watch all your videos with my dad. I've taken your knowledge and used it in my own fishing. Such a great presenter - you certainly should have your own show on TV.

[@TheFishLocker]

I’m just glad if they videos have been helpful for you. 😊👍🏻

[@amysusanapplepie199]

This absolutely the best video by far!!! The special relationship you have with Jim, moves me so deeply. You're such a dear man to be so patient and engaged when you speak to him. Also with your son James, I just realized. Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

Our son James is named after Jim, I am truly blessed to have both of them in my life. 💙

[@jamesspargo7821]

Cooking is a joy to me Amy, never a chore, will keep sharing for as long as I’m able. Thank you for your kind words

[@dankoftinoff8119]

I love how passionate Jim was about the Mackerel dish, great video!

[@jimmy2thymes916]

Just two guys being dudes in the kitchen. Love it. Great video. I have never had fresh mackerel. Everything looked great!

[@TheFishLocker]

Fresh is definitely best with Mackerel. 👍🏻😊

[@clearwaterboating]

Every time I watch your videos, I ether grow as a fisherman or as a cook!! Keep up the great work!!!

[@TheFishLocker]

I am really pleased to hear that. 😊👍🏻

[@mrstamp5121]

Good lad bin waiting for my dose of Fish Locker

[@TheFishLocker]

I hope you enjoyed the video. 😊👍🏻

[@nipponjim7815]

Smell-O-Vision coming in Loud & Clear here!

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha

[@herbsmith6871]

Another great session! Absolutely love when the catch hits Jim's kitchen. Learn so much from him. Very nice gentlemen 🤠

[@TheFishLocker]

He is wonderful isn’t he 😊💙

[@soloadventures9273]

I have never seen anyone use oats instead of breadcrumbs on fish but it’s definitely something I’m going to try next time I get some mackerel!! Another great video as always and Jim’s cooking always gets me hungry!! 😋😍

[@TheFishLocker]

Give it a try. It was lovely.

[@stephenking78]

Absolute pleasure to watch, the commentary from you both was top notch. Never cease to be amazed by Jim’s talent. The food made my mouth water, hope to see much more of this type of content. Thank you both so much, take care👏👏👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Stephen and take care. 😊👍🏻

[@at7595]

Morning John, Moring Jim.... Love Sundays and glad to see Jim abord!!

[@TheFishLocker]

We hope to do many more in the coming weeks. 😊👍🏻

[@MrJustinc222]

can't help but love the dynamic with you and Jim, he's a diamond and you are too! :)

[@TheFishLocker]

Jim is simply wonderful isn’t he. 😊

[@trentfox6436]

Absolutely love the videos with Jim such a treasure and so talented

[@TheFishLocker]

Jim is simply wonderful isn’t he. 😊💙

[@AnonYmousxxx69420xxx]

My family is from the UK, about 150 years ago to the US. Our Sunday meal would have been fried bass, catfish or bream, maybe a ham or cast iron fried chicken if there were enough family that week, some quick-pickled onions and cucumber salad, fresh raw onions, fresh tomatoes sliced, roasted corn on the cob, fresh green beans, fried grit cakes. Very humble, yet so damned delicious. My grandmother would have certainly baked a pecan pie or a coconut cake. We never had Sunday Roast, but we did have some Sunday feasts. It depended on the harvest of the farm and the time of year. She still had the accent, and I never realized it until much later in life. My daughter bought me a DNA test as a holiday gift, and I found out that I am 100% from the isles. Mostly Welsh with my names, but a bit of everything else, genetically.

[@TheFishLocker]

You will find the Europe is a wonderful melting pot of ancestry 😊

[@michaelgould303]

Jim's a great addition to the videos

[@TheFishLocker]

He is wonderful isn’t he. 😊

[@MarkSmith-gt4kq]

Absolutely found the Mackerel and Herring catch, clean and cook episode extremely interesting! Being an American here in Wisconsin, U.S.A. , the preparation methods are something I'd love to try in my kitchen. I was unfamiliar with some of the preparation ingredients, but I may try some substitutes using the methods I saw Jim using. I love the " On the water" fishing videos. But once in awhile seeing how those fish are prepared would be interesting. Another very informative video, John. Because of my health I can no longer travel. But watching Your videos is a real adventure for me! Thanks Again!

[@TheFishLocker]

I am sorry to hear that you can no longer travel, but hope you can do so vicariously through our videos. 😊👍🏻

[@saragandey8625]

Stunning meal feel so hungry watching this

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad you enjoyed watching.

[@mikesaul8711]

Fantastic upload John, makes Sunday night special, nice to see Jim out and about, love the herrings,know what you mean about hairs in your mouth 🤣🤣.kind regards Mike. Norfolk. Tight lines mate.

[@TheFishLocker]

Cheers Mike and take care mate. 👍🏻

[@mauriziowilliams6028]

That is a really great video, loved both the fishing and the cooking, you’re a lucky guy John having a father-in-law like that, looks like you have a great friendship. The food looks fantastic, mackerel is my favourite eating fish, and Jim cooked them beautifully!

[@TheFishLocker]

I have been so blessed with Jim as my father in law. 😊

[@yvonnetresidder9171]

Jim you are not a fisherman, but you are one hell of a cook ( chef ). Keep these wonderful videos coming John, they a great.

[@TheFishLocker]

We each have our talents. 😊

[@gregthomas2904]

So nice to see Jim out and about with you. Good job Jim!

[@TheFishLocker]

We had a great time. 😊👍🏻

[@davidwilkinson333]

What an awesome video! Genuine, spontaneous passion and camaraderie. You could almost smell the food too! Bring on the next one, guys!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks David and take care mate. 👍🏻

[@HealthThroughNutrition]

I love Jim's cooking, looks absolutely delicious.

[@TheFishLocker]

So do we. 💙

[@deanjohnson4109]

Love Jim - Should have his own cookery show- My eyes glaze over when a pro shows one how to make a mustard/ Hollandaise Sause out of a simple 28 ingredients.

[@danielfranklin9007]

Brilliant as always just makes me so hungry!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. My stomach is rumbling now thinking about it. 🤣

[@tastyneck]

I love mackerel. My mom was Japanese and one of my favorite meals as a kid that she'd make was grilled mackerel and rice with a grated daikon and ponzu dipping sauce. Mackerel will always have a special place to me.

[@TheFishLocker]

It is a wonderful fish. 😊👍🏻

[@williamwinsor7376]

Best I’ve ever had in japan

[@manwithapan7081]

The best of Jim’s dishes. What a jem!

[@jamesrussell1979]

Love ❤️ these videos especially about filleting fish and cooking them ..I love ❤️ fish ....God bless from Ireland 🇮🇪 🙏

[@TheFishLocker]

I do show the filleting in an as many videos as it suitable.

[@stevagaga]

You guys have a quite good chemistry for father/son-in-laws😂. I am glad for you John, I wish that I am that lucky, and I look forward for more of you guys. Great video, good food, and the fishing part was almost not necessary.

[@TheFishLocker]

I couldn’t have asked for better.

[@jamesspargo7821]

Made in heaven!!

[@FindingFishUK]

Old skool traditional cooking of your own caught fish is always a win, BUT you've godda feel lucky having Jim to cook the gourmet stuff for you, great side pairings...you sure know how to make someone hungry and wanna go fishing all in the same video don't you. Spot on as ever John all the best, keep on enjoying life its great!👍

[@TheFishLocker]

We are truly bless to have Jim. I couldn’t have asked for a better father in law.

[@twotanks6427]

Your videos are great family entertainment. Appreciate your attitude in only taking what you need.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. I am glad you share our views on sustainability 😊

[@Richardjdocherty]

It’s so lovely seeing a son and father in law hanging out like this - didn’t see a mackerel in shore all summer last year at Swanage

[@TheFishLocker]

Mackerel we’re very patchy last year. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@marketmade]

One of my favourite fish to eat is mackerel,even fresh mackerel on its own grilled or fried is up their with the best of fish 🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

We love it.

[@just1boronut]

Probably your best one yet. Loved it, many thanks. 👏👏👏👏

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad you enjoyed the video. 😊👍🏻

[@TheSeveth]

hi Jim its nice to see you out fishing with John hope you had an amazing trip and caught lots of fish

[@TheFishLocker]

We had a lovely time.

[@RichyParton]

Best video yet, what a team and a great catch and cook session lads. Many more recipes to come!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Richy.

[@johnmorris4003]

A great joy in simple food. Well done.

[@glenpierce777]

Absolutely bloody magic, I love Herring in all it's guises. Well done John and Jim for some great prep and cooking tips.

[@TheFishLocker]

Our pleasure Glen. 👍🏻

[@dragondane4807]

My favorite videos are costoral foresting-videos and a cook up afterwards on the beach, that is just the best!. But thanks again for another great video

[@TheFishLocker]

We love those too but the conditions aren’t always right for that.

[@dalmasc]

Informative & entertaining. Nothing beats a great smile.!!!

[@paulrollings9606]

Great video upload. Showing videos like this are seriously useful since both Mackerel and Herring are affordable and easily accessible fish for the average person like me to buy. How you guys prepared and cooked them too provided that much needed inspiration and has helped me to deviate significantly to how I would ordinarily cook these. An entertaining and enjoyable video to watch throughout. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure Paul. The reason we experiment so much with recipes is to provide people with alternatives and new experiences. Best wishes and have a wonderful day. 😊👍🏻

[@davidb.7093]

Every video you upload has something different and this was no exception. From catching the fish to the creative cooking it's a marvellous adventure. Creativity in the kitchen to the actual dishes served make this a real treat for us the viewers. Well done to both of you and thanks for posting.

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad that you enjoy the variety and effort we put into the videos David. 😊

[@noggin08]

Thanks again for another great video, I learn something new every time I watch. There are so many things I need to try. All the best.

[@Jimmyfisher121]

Thank you Jim I was looking for new ways to do Mackerel and I can not wait to try the new side dishes and thank you John for another brilliant video.

[@Mango-fy3ot]

the arrival of the mackerel has always been a sign of spring to me

[@TheFishLocker]

We get them right through the winter. 😊👍🏻

[@popcornlover948]

Great seeing you two together again and love how you mix the Content up John and that food looks amazing well done Jim:))

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😊

[@ronaldmartin7892]

That looks delicious. The combination is amazing and yet simple. I'm salivating.

[@Gordie79hamilton]

Great to see Jim out on the boat for a wee change. That was a masterclass in pairing side dishes to oily fish! Fantastic choice of preparations for the fish too. Utterly mouthwatering. 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Absolutely lip smackingly good. 👌🏻😊

[@brandonzilka1274]

Such a brilliant video! Thank you for sharing. The fish were beautiful and the cooking made my mouth water.

[@mad_archviz6478]

It all looked really good and interesting choice of sides! Those mackerel are also great as sushi!

[@TheFishLocker]

The sides were very special, definitely added to the fish taste. 👍🏻

[@debraanneclark2188]

What another wonderful video and Jim yet again makes something amazing and those simple colourful flavourful dishes he made to accompany the humble mackerel were amazing. Really would love for him to produce a fish locker cookbook because I would definitely buy it

[@TheFishLocker]

I shall ask him to try to find the time. 😊

[@trampster7306]

@@TheFishLocker If it happens, put me down for a copy John! Not far for me to have a drive down & collect it!

[@debraanneclark2188]

@@TheFishLocker I eagerly await it if he does

[@markcockram6254]

Loved every bit of that. Thank you.

[@richardbarnes8800]

Thanks so much to you both. After a last season no success , caught 4 mackerel on bbq ,thanks for your help

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure. 😊

[@uglyfrog7263]

What a great show John, again a masterpiece of work. Watching Jim work his magic is another pleasure, thanks to you both.

[@TheFishLocker]

Any time. 😊

[@johnboyde7679]

Fant Fantastic , real food cooked to perfection and you can see the enjoyment ,

[@TheFishLocker]

Jim is wonderful isn’t he.

[@d1g1taldan]

Always love your videos John, but when Jim "does his stuff" in the kitchen, it makes it for me. What a top bloke to have as a father in law.

[@TheFishLocker]

He is honestly one of the best men I have ever known. 😊

[@motorsnutts6594]

Thank you John and Jim, a wonderful catch and cook , appreciate the effort for this video sirs ! 🎣👍🏼

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure. 😊

[@JayyBee5557]

Nice looking breakfast, fresh mackerel, wow

[@TheFishLocker]

Fresh is always best. 😉👍🏻

[@kieranviner9496]

Cracking video mate, looking forward to seeing more catch and cooks from the both of you 😁

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 👍🏻😊

[@Zepphd2]

Always look forward to your videos. Foraging are some my favorites next to the family videos cooking the “catch”. Love seeing Jim out with you fishing! You keep the videos interesting! Thanks from the States!!

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure Steve. 😊👍🏻

[@Bearded_rat]

Brilliant chef! Well done 👏

[@Krealot]

This is good. Perfect timing now before the season picks up proper here in Sweden. Jim is a like a pro in the kitchen. Always looks amazing. Thanks alot =)

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure. Take care. 😊🐟

[@rosswaiton7710]

This has made me really look forward to the mad mackie season. Can't believe I've never floured and fried them like that. It's so obvious and straightforward. Great stuff Jim n John

[@TheFishLocker]

Simple and yet absolutely delicious. 😊

[@markielpilos]

Happiness is a full belly and a good day on the boat. Thank you for teaching me so many flavour combination! Thank you again for fishing AND cooking lessons.

[@TheFishLocker]

It is our pleasure. 😊

[@tobyjugg6202]

What a great pair you 2 are !!!!! Oh boy, what a chef Jim is - takes the most humble ingredients and without any posing nonsense produces food that I can smell through my screen - just brilliant. I am so happy to subscribe and get cracking on these recipes.

[@dawnhaynes7784]

Good to see Jim fishing and cooking loved it

[@TheFishLocker]

We had a wonderful time 😊

[@sahaahmed8064]

What a treat! Ive been following your channel for a while now, this has to be one of the best. Im always eager to know and learn and ive gained many skills from this video. Thank you for sharing the quality times with us. Good to see you two bonding and sharing the passion.

[@TheFishLocker]

Jim is wonderful isn't he. 😊

[@Fibercraft]

Delicious ,still one of our favourites can't beat fresh line caught mackerel! Well done.

[@TheFishLocker]

Simple and yet brillaint. 😊👌🏻

[@keithcollings7695]

Fantastic video, with a very simple fish. Jim you haven’t lost your touch. Excellent presentation and contrasting colours, love the use of unusual ingredients, well done both of you. Looking forward to the next instalment .

[@TheFishLocker]

Every single accompaniment was a first for me. The fritters and celeriac coleslaw were especially tastey. 😊👍🏻

[@jamesspargo7821]

Thank you Keith, never happier than when riding the range!

[@sundayboss3062]

Appreciate John the journey of fishing and cooking lesson and they are awesome. Thanks

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😊🎣

[@russellclement2058]

Mackerel that size are great eating ,,,, cleaned and deep fried ,, delicious

[@TheFishLocker]

Deep fried? Interesting. 🤔

[@mc-yt2rc]

class. Jim's cooking is fantastiic. great to watch.

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad you enjoyed it. 👍🏻

[@SuperTAmbro]

Absolutely making my mouth water. Delicious!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you 😋

[@ralphtorrance655]

Firstly it is wonderful to see you and Jim together - more please! Herring and mackerel in oatmeal the most wonderful dish!

[@TheFishLocker]

We look forward to many more videos like this. 😊👍🏻

[@lesedwards936]

Another enjoyable watch John, and seeing the different ways to enhance a simple fish is brilliant, also the asbestos fingers Jim has through years of cooking. Tight lines and best wishes

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. God knows how he touches some of these things. 🤣

[@nofotomojo]

Fantastic video. John and Jim thank you very much. Likely your best video yet.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.