How to make Swedish pickled herring

white vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: distilled vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while distilled vinegar is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a natural sweetness, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

herring

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: sardines

Mackerel is a healthier fish option, while sardines are often less expensive.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can mimic some flavor notes of bay leaves.

Clean and fillet the herring, removing the bones.

Rinse the fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

In a saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, sugar, and salt; heat until sugar dissolves.

Add onion, carrot, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and allspice berries to the mixture.

Simmer for 5-10 minutes to infuse flavors, then remove from heat and let cool.

Layer the herring fillets in a glass jar with dill, mustard seeds, and sliced lemon.

Pour the cooled pickling liquid over the herring, ensuring they are fully submerged.

Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Serve chilled with cucumber and red onion slices as garnish.

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