Grilled herring recipe

Name: Grilled herring recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Butterflied herring fillets; 50 g (1.8oz) White breadcrumbs; 8 Walnut halves; 1 Grated lemon zest; 1 tsp Chopped tarragon; 1 tsp Walnut Oil; 1 pinch Sea Salt; 1 pinch Cracked Black Pepper; 100 g (3.5oz) Gooseberries; 50 ml (1.8fl oz) White wine; 1 Squeeze lemon juice; 1 tsp Caster sugar

Servings: persons

2 Butterflied herring fillets
50 g (1.8oz) White breadcrumbs
8 Walnut halves
1 Grated lemon zest
1 tsp Chopped tarragon
1 tsp Walnut Oil
1 pinch Sea Salt
1 pinch Cracked Black Pepper
100 g (3.5oz) Gooseberries
50 ml (1.8fl oz) White wine
1 Squeeze lemon juice
1 tsp Caster sugar

1
Place the gooseberries and white wine into a pan and bring to the boil, allow the gooseberries to fully cook and soften.
2
Place into a blender and liquidize on full power until smooth.
3
Add a little lemon juice and a sprinkling of caster sugar to sweeten slightly.
4
Reserve to one side.
5
Remove any visible pin bones from the herring.
6
Finely chop the walnut halves and mix with the breadcrumbs.
7
Add the lemon zest, tarragon, season with salt and pepper and add enough walnut oil to moisten the breadcrumbs.
8
A good test is to squeeze a little bit together and it should stick between your fore finger and thumb.
9
Place the herring fillet on a buttered baking tray, brush with walnut oil and press down a liberal amount of breadcrumbs over the surface of the fish.
10
Place in a hot oven 200 degrees C for approx 5 minutes or until the fish is just cooked.
11
Serve with the gooseberry puree and a garnish of mixed salad leaves.

1751

kcal

Calories

172

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Butterflied herring fillets, 50 g (1.8oz) White breadcrumbs, 8 Walnut halves, 1 Grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Grilled herring recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!