Alternatively, blend mackerel into this rich and creamy Alfredo sauce to serve over linguine. For another cream-based idea, add canned mackerel to this zesty pasta al limone recipe.

Add garlic, cook for a minute, then add in the mackerel. Break up with the fish with a wooden spoon and add a tin's worth of starchy pasta water. Simmer for two minutes. Now add the pasta to the dish.