SALT HERRING
This classic recipe for Salt Herring offers a taste of traditional Jewish cuisine, showcasing the simple elegance of preserved fish. The recipe highlights the briny flavor of the herring, balanced by the earthy sweetness of boiled potatoes. This dish is a satisfying and flavorful meal, perfect for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets Salt herring fillets
- 4 cups Cold water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 4 medium Potatoes (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Butter (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1Place the salt herring fillets in a bowl and cover them with cold water. Soak overnight (approximately 8-12 hours) in the refrigerator to draw out the excess salt.
- 2Drain the herring fillets. You can serve them as is with boiled potatoes, or you can bone them and place them in a kettle of cold water. Bring the water to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes until the herring is tender. Drain the herring.
- 3Pour melted butter over the herring and serve hot with boiled or fried potatoes.
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