Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe NorwegianHerring Recipe

Herring Recipe

Inspired by The Norwegian
Time30m
Serves4

Marinated herring served with onions and sour cream.

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Ingredients

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Herring

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Herring

    If using fresh herring fillets, rinse them under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. If using pickled herring, drain excess liquid and set aside.

  2. 2

    Slice the Onion

    Thinly slice the onion and set aside.

  3. 3

    Mix the Sour Cream

    In a bowl, mix the sour cream with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and lemon zest from the lemon. Stir until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Layer the Ingredients

    On a serving platter, arrange the herring fillets in a single layer. Top with the sliced onions evenly over the herring.

  2. 5

    Add Sour Cream

    Spoon the seasoned sour cream mixture generously over the herring and onions.

  3. 6

    Garnish

    Sprinkle the chopped fresh dill over the top for garnish. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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