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Smoke Herring

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Trinidad and Tobago, smoked herring is a cherished dish often enjoyed with ground provisions or rice. Traditionally, it reflects the resourcefulness of local fishermen, who would preserve their catch through smoking. Today, it remains a staple in Caribbean households, celebrated for its rich flavor and versatility in meals.

CaribbeanTTmain
180 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
herrings
1 tomato
2 teaspoons homemade pepper sauce
2 sticks of celery
2 tablespoons oil
3 garlic cloves
onions

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness without refined sugars.

herring

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: sardines

Mackerel is similar in taste and texture, while sardines are often less expensive.

1

Chop the herrings into small pieces.

2

Dice 1 tomato finely.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of homemade pepper sauce (optional) for spice.

4

Chop 2 sticks of celery finely.

5

Heat a pot on the stove and add chopped onions and 3 finely chopped garlic cloves.

6

Mix the onions and garlic together in the pot.

7

Add the diced tomato and pepper sauce to the pot.

8

Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the tomatoes release some water.

Cooking Techniques

briningsmoking

Equipment Needed

potstove

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Smoked HerringHerring Fish

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