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Salted Herring with Onions and Potatoes

A classic Russian cold appetizer featuring tender boiled potatoes, rich salted herring, and crisp pickled onions dressed with unrefined sunflower oil.

35 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb salted herring fillets, sliced
  • 1.5 lbs yellow potatoes, halved
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 1.5 lbs halved yellow potatoes in a pot of cold salted water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until fork tender, then drain thoroughly.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, toss 1 thinly sliced red onion with 1 tbsp white vinegar and let sit for 10 minutes to soften.

  4. 4

    Arrange warm potatoes and 1 lb sliced salted herring fillets on a serving platter.

  5. 5

    Top with pickled onion, drizzle with 2 tbsp sunflower oil, and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill.

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Questions

How long does Salted Herring with Onions and Potatoes take?

As written, 35 minutes: 15 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (20 minutes): "Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until fork tender, then drain thoroughly."

How many calories are in Salted Herring with Onions and Potatoes?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 340 calories, with 22 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 980 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Salted Herring with Onions and Potatoes?

Refrigerate what is left of Salted Herring with Onions and Potatoes within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

Can I halve or double Salted Herring with Onions and Potatoes?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the herring drops from 1 lb to 1/2 lb; doubled, it is 2 lbs. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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