Swedish herring steals the show at festive feasts
Herring is a great dish to serve on a Christmas table. Some serve it covered, while others add tomato sauce. However, I choose a completely different combination. You'll adore Swedish-style herring from the very first bite.
Herring is truly a delightful subject for culinary experiments. It's a pity to restrict oneself to a few tried and true recipes over the years. In my home, Swedish-style herring is always present on the Christmas table. They bear no resemblance to surströmming, which are fermented canned herrings. In this recipe, delectable fillets are immersed in a tangy mustard sauce with dill. Simply finger-licking good!
Swedish-style herring
Senapssill, or Swedish-style herring, is a dish that will surely appeal to fans of bold flavours. The combination of salty herring with spicy mustard and sweet dill will quickly win over the hearts of guests.
Herring in mustard sauce is perfect as an appetiser on the holiday table or during parties. Those who try it for the first time always ask me for the recipe. It's a hit at all gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 250 g herring fillets,
- 3 tablespoons Sarepta mustard,
- 2 tablespoons French mustard,
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard,
- 60 ml rapeseed or flaxseed oil,
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar,
- 1 shallot,
- 1/4 bunch of dill,
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar,
- salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the brine, mixing together vinegar, water, and sugar.
- Once the sugar is dissolved, place the herring cut into smaller pieces into the mixture and set aside in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours.
- In a bowl, mix all the mustards. Gradually add the oil while continuously stirring.
- Add finely chopped shallot and dill to the mustard mix and combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the herring pieces to the sauce and mix thoroughly. Set aside in the refrigerator for a few hours, preferably overnight.
Delicious herring is now ready. You can serve it on bread or alongside boiled potatoes. Enjoy!
