Herring

Before every traditional Russian main meal, there are zakuski, a course of appetizers that are usually served to guests who are seated around the table, although a buffet arrangement is also quite common. For special events, there might b... READ MORE

Sild og poteter is a traditional dish originating from Norway. The dish is usually made with a combination of herring fillets, potatoes, pickled and sliced beets, onions, butter, dill, and sour cream. The herring fillets are placed on a platter an... READ MORE

Shirasu don is a traditional dish originating from the Kanagawa region. It’s a specialty of Chigasaki, Enoshima Island, and Kamakura. The dish is made with shirasu – baby sardines, sand lances, and herring. The fish are eaten ... READ MORE

Inlagd sill or pickled herring is a Swedish fish dish that has long been served in Sweden at Midsummer, Christmas, and Easter celebrations. The dish consists of cleaned, skinned, and salted herring that is soaked in a marinade of vinegar,... READ MORE

Sildesalat is a traditional herring salad originating from Norway. Although there are many variations, the salad is usually made with a combination of herring fillets, hard-boiled eggs, sour cream, mustard, onions, gherkins, and Granny Smith apple... READ MORE

Fried pickled herring is a Danish classic that is characterized by its tender texture and mild acidity. Herring fillets are dusted with breadcrumbs or flour, shortly fried until crispy, then submerged in a lightly sweetened brine that is often spi... READ MORE

Brathering is a traditional fish dish originating from Germany, consisting of marinated fried herring. Fresh herrings are rolled in flour or breaded, pan-fried, and marinated in a mixture of white wine vinegar, onions, sugar, salt, pepper, mustard... READ MORE

Priddhas an’ herrin’ is the national dish of the Isle of Man – although probably the most famous of all Manx dishes, it’s also one of the simplest to make. It consists of herring, potatoes, and raw onions. The potatoes are ... READ MORE

Sillikaviaari is a traditional spread originating from Finland. The spread is usually made with a combination of marinated herring, hard-boiled eggs, onions, dill, sour cream, mustard, and capers. The herrings are patted dry and chopped into small... READ MORE

Solomon Gundy is a popular Jamaican fish pâté made with smoked red herring or mackerel combined with hot peppers, onions, and spices. The dish is traditionally served with crackers as an appetizer or a snack. It is recommended to pair... READ MORE

Lerpottasill is a traditional dish originating from the region of Skåne. It is made with a combination of herring fillets, potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, onions, dill, chives, and butter. The eggs are chopped and mixed with the onions, dill, an... READ MORE

Tatties and herring is a traditional dish originating from Scotland. It's made with a combination of salt herring, potatoes, and salt. The fish is washed and sokaed in cold water overnight. The potaotes are boiled in salted water until just cooked... READ MORE