Soused Herring Tost Recipe
Toast points topped with pickled herring, sunflower pesto, fried capers, arugula
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Ingredients
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Toast Points
Pickled Herring
Sunflower Pesto
Fried Capers
Arugula
Method
Toast Points
- 1
- 2
Toast the Bread
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Pickled Herring
- 3
Prepare the Herring
Open the jar of pickled herring and drain the liquid. Cut the herring fillets into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Sunflower Pesto
- 4
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine sunflower seeds, basil leaves, garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Fried Capers
- 5
Fry the Capers
In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the capers and fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until they start to pop and become crispy. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
Assembly
- 6
Assemble the Tosts
On each toasted sourdough point, spread a generous layer of sunflower pesto, followed by the pickled herring pieces. Top with a handful of arugula and a sprinkle of fried capers.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately while the toast points are still warm. Enjoy your Soused Herring Tost!
