Herring with Mustard Sauce Recipe

Name: Herring with Mustard Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Scandinavian
Ingredients: 8 pickled herring fillets (about 400g), drained; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

Scandinavian · Main course · 15 min total

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A classic Scandinavian dish featuring pickled herring fillets in a creamy, tangy mustard sauce, perfect as a starter or light lunch.

15
min prep

4
servings

220
kcal/serving

Ingredients

8 pickled herring fillets (about 400g), drained
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and white pepper until smooth.
Stir in chopped dill and red onion.
Add herring fillets and gently toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled, garnished with extra dill if desired.

Tips

Serve on rye bread or with boiled potatoes.
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Adjust sugar and vinegar to taste for a sweeter or tangier sauce.

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