Piquant Herring Salad Recipe |
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You will need :- 4 pickled herrings 1 small onion 1 eating apple 2 teaspoons lemon juice ¼ pint soured dairy cream or double dairy cream 1 teaspoon lemon juice salt and pepper For the garnish:- 1 small beetroot, peeled
Preparation Time:- 15 minutes
Drain the herrings. Cut each herring in half lengthways and then cut each half into 4 strips.
Slice onion into fine rings. Cover with boiling water and drain after 1 minute. Core and slice apple and sprinkle slices with lemon juices. Reserve a few apple slices for garnish.
Blend herring, reserving a few pieces for garnish, onion rings, apple slices and cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Arrange on a serving dish and garnish with herring pieces and apple and beetroot slices. Serves 4.
Quick Tip
To pickle herrings, bone, clean and soak in brine for 2 hours. Pack into a wide necked jar, pour over spiced vinegar and cover. Leave for at least 5-6 days.
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