Mackerel Fillets in Olive Oil

Mackerel fillets in olive oil, skinless and boneless

Nuri mackerel fillets in olive oil are tender pieces of mackerel from Portugal, carefully deboned and skinned, then placed in mild olive oil. Delicate, buttery, ready to eat – the elegant classic of Portuguese canned fish.

Mackerel fillets in olive oil are pure, skinless and boneless pieces of mackerel from the traditional Nuri cannery in Matosinhos. Hand-cut and nestled in the finest olive oil, they taste delicate and buttery – there's nothing for you to remove, nothing to get in the way; you open the tin and you're ready to go. Good fish can be this wonderfully uncomplicated. Mackerel fillets in olive oil are the perfect choice for anyone who loves good fish but doesn't want the hassle of skin and bones.

Delicate, buttery, and completely boneless

The mackerel fillets have a mild, buttery flavor with a fine hint of salt and a clean, crisp fish taste without any bothersome bones.

Because only the best pieces make it into the tin, the meat remains tender and light, and the mild olive oil keeps it juicy and well-rounded. The fillets melt on the tongue almost by themselves, soft, smooth, and Mediterranean. Mackerel is naturally fattier than sardines, which makes the fillets particularly rich and satisfying. Those who only knew mackerel smoked will discover a completely different, gentler side to this fish.

Ready for bread, salads, and pasta

Mackerel fillets in olive oil are served in seconds – open the tin, grab a fork, and a good meal is ready. This is worth its weight in gold, especially on hot days or after a long day.

Serve them on fresh white bread with a few capers and a squeeze of lemon, or flaked over a warm potato salad. They add delicate depth to pasta with garlic and parsley, and they become the quick star of a salad plate. If you prefer something punchier, try the spicy mackerel fillets; if you're looking for the classic, reach for the sardines in olive oil from our Portuguese canned fish collection.

Handmade in Matosinhos since 1920

Nuri is part of Conservas Pinhais, founded in 1920 in the harbor town of Matosinhos – to this day, every tin is filled by hand.

There are 37 steps involved in a single tin of Nuri, and almost all of them are performed by hand. The fillets in particular require a trained eye: experienced women remove the skin and bones from the meat before it is placed individually into the famous yellow tin. The Nuri brand has existed since 1935, and since 2016, the Austrian Jakob Glatz has been running the traditional company. A piece of Portugal, made with such care that you can taste it. Hats off.

From oven-roasted vegetables to sandwiches

The fillets can be transformed in any direction – served warm over roasted vegetables, cold on bread, or as a quick sandwich filling. Add a spoonful of the oil, and even simple ingredients will taste like the Mediterranean.

Unopened, the mackerel fillets will keep for years and their flavor will even mellow over time. Once opened, keep them covered in the refrigerator, where they will still taste wonderful the next day. Keep one or two tins in your pantry, and a good meal is always just a moment away. You can find more from the Nuri range with us, from sardines to gift sets.

Contents 125g – Drained weight 90g