Herring Egg and Potato Salad
Herring Egg and Potato Salad is a traditional dish from coastal regions of Japan, particularly Hokkaido, featuring fresh herring roe (kazunoko) served over a bed of boiled potatoes. The dish typically combines the crunchy, briny eggs with creamy potatoes, often dressed with a simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based sauce, and garnished with green onions or seaweed.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This salad is a balanced dish with moderate protein from the herring eggs and healthy fats, while the potatoes provide a good source of carbohydrates. It offers essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and potassium, with a rough calorie estimate of around 250-300 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Omega-3 (DHA+EPA) | 500 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Herring eggs are a seasonal delicacy in Japan, harvested in winter and prized for their unique crunchy texture and nutritional benefits, including high levels of DHA and EPA. The dish reflects the coastal culinary tradition of using fresh, local seafood in simple yet flavorful preparations.
