Spice up your Christmas: Herring with pickled ginger delight
During the Christmas holidays, fish reign supreme. All sorts of herring make their way to the table—sometimes in oil, other times in cream. However, my family's hearts were stolen by a completely different recipe with a unique addition that will make you remember this appetizer for a long time.
Herring play a very important role during the holidays. This is a fasting dish, so it's a must-have on Christmas Eve as well. There are countless recipes, but ever since my cousin first brought herring with pickled ginger, this version has become a staple at our table. Herring with this addition is bold, intense in flavor, and quite spicy, but no one minds having 2, 3, 4, or even 5 servings of this fish.
Herring with Pickled Ginger
The combination of salty herring and distinctive pickled ginger is a true explosion of flavors. This herring recipe is for those who enjoy more adventurous culinary experiments. The preparation is incredibly simple, and the results are sure to amaze your guests.
You can serve it with croutons, on lettuce leaves, a piece of fresh baguette, or as a sandwich topping. They pair well with various types of bread and are perfect for the holidays. Everyone will be asking for the recipe, so be ready to share it with your guests. The sweet and salty flavor combination makes the herring very appealing.
Ingredients:
- About 11 oz of herring fillets
- About 2 to 3 oz of pickled ginger (for sushi)
- 1 onion
- 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of pepper
- About 5 fl oz of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of ginger brine
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- Salt to taste
Ingredients:
- About 18 oz of herring (soaked, chopped)
- 2 onions
- Juice squeezed from 1 lemon
- About 3 oz of pickled ginger (as for sushi)
- 2 bay leaves
- 5-6 allspice berries
- About 8.5 fl oz of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
Preparation method:
- Soak, rinse, and cut the herring into pieces about 0.5-1 inch in size.
- Peel the onion, cut it into thin slices, and briefly scald with boiling water.
- Once the onion cools, add powdered sugar, and mix.
- In a jar, layer the herring, onion sprinkled with lemon juice, ginger, and spices. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Prepare a marinade from oil, soy sauce, and honey. Pour it over the herring in the jar.
- Refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to blend.
The next day, the herring is ready to eat. They taste great on a piece of bread, but there are always enthusiasts who enjoy them straight from the jar. Enjoy your meal!
