BBQ Golden Mackerel with Yellow Bell Pepper and Cilantro Pesto

Ingredients:

Golden mackerel

• 4 fillets (250 g each) of golden mackerel (corifena, dorado, mahi-mahi)
• 4 tsp olive oil
• Dry BBQ rub marinade, see ingredients below
• Coriander leaves

Yellow Bell Pepper and Cilantro Pesto

• 2 large yellow bell peppers, grilled, peeled, seeded and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 3 tbsp finely grated Parmesan
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Dry BBQ marinade for rub

• 2 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp ancho pepper powder
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp. brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili de árbol pepper powder
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
• Mix in a small bowl

Preparation:

1. Place the bell pepper, garlic, pine nuts, cilantro, and cheese in a food processor and pulse until combined. With the processor running, pour in the olive oil and blend until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Heat the grill to high. Brush both sides of each fillet with olive oil and rub one side with 1 tablespoon of dry barbecue seasoning. Place the fish on the grill, seasoned side down. Grill until lightly charred and a crust forms, 2-3 minutes.
3. Turn the fish over and cook for another 3-4 minutes until medium-rare. Spoon a few tablespoons of pesto sauce over each fillet and garnish with cilantro leaves.