Lithuanian Pickled Herring Rollmops
Looking for a festive centerpiece that’s as traditional as it is delicious? This Lithuanian herring recipe is a must-have for any Christmas Eve table! Whether you’re serving it as Pickled Herring Rollmops or sliced into bite-sized pieces, pair them with rye bread and boiled potatoes!
Equipment
- Large Jar With A Lid
Ingredients
- 300 g (4 half filets) herring filets in brine, not oil!
- 450 ml (2 cups) cold water
- 4-5 small onions approx 250g (8 oz), sliced into thin rings
- 120 ml (½ cup) apple cider vinegar
- 40 g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
- a pinch of salt and black pepper
Instructions
- If the herring fillets have skin, gently peel it off. Dab the fillets with a paper towel to remove excess brine.
- Place the fillets into a large jar. Top them with onion rings.
- In a bowl, mix water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the pickling liquid over the herring and onions in the jar, ensuring everything is submerged.
- Seal the jar and place it in the fridge for 6–8 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to develop.
- Choose your serving style:1. Rollmops Style: Roll each fillet into a spiral, secure with a cocktail stick, and arrange on a plate with pickled onions from the jar.2. Bite-Size Pieces: Cut the fillets into small pieces, arrange them on a plate, and top with the pickled onions.
- Lithuanian herring dishes are typically served alongside warm, boiled potatoes or dark rye bread for the perfect accompaniment.