Pickled Herring Recipe

Name: Pickled Herring
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 salted herrings (soaked for at least 12 hours, up to 24); 1 1/2 cups water; 1 cup white sugar; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 small white onion, sliced in rings; 1 carrot peeled and cut in thin disks; 1 -inch fresh ginger root, sliced thinly

Servings: persons

2 salted herrings (soaked for at least 12 hours, up to 24)
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 small white onion, sliced in rings
1 carrot peeled and cut in thin disks
1 -inch fresh ginger root, sliced thinly

1
Drain the herring and pat dry.
2
Fillet the herring and cut fillets into 2-inch strips.
3
In a saucepan bring the water, sugar, vinegar, bay leaves, mustard seeds, and peppercorns to a boil.
4
Remove from the heat and add onions, carrots and ginger slices.
5
Cool completely, then pour over the herring fillets arranged in a non-reactive dish or jar.
6
Cover well and refrigerate overnight or up to 3 days before using.

236

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 salted herrings (soaked for at least 12 hours, up to 24), 1 1/2 cups water, 1 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup white vinegar, and more.

Yes, Pickled Herring 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.

Pickled Herring

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