FINNISH - LAYERED MIDSUMMER HERRING

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This recipe is posted here for play in ZWT9 - Scandinavia. This recipe is from website: freshfromfinland.com This delicious herring recipe is simple to make, and works especially well when served with a side of new crop potatoes. Please note: Chill time is noted in cook time.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 -8 ounces herring fillets, fillets in oil* (canned or vacuum packed)
1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
1 bunch chives, thinly chopped
8 ounces sour cream
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon mustard
salt
white pepper
pickling jar

Steps:

  • Pat the herring fillets dry with paper towels and cut lengthwise into ½-inch slices.
  • Chop dill and chives and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, mustard, and mix well.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In the pickling jar, layer the herring fillets, sour cream mixture and the chopped chives and dill, starting and ending with a layer of dill and chives.
  • Refrigerate for 1-2 hours and serve with new potatoes.

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