Herring Meatballs "Bird's Nests"

4 servings

45 minutes

Herring meatballs 'Bird's Nests' are an elegant and refined dish from Norway, where seafood is central to cuisine. These meatballs are made from finely chopped herring fillet, anchovies, onion, and capers, giving them a rich, slightly tangy flavor with subtle marine notes. Each meatball hides a boiled egg yolk inside, adding tenderness and texture contrast. They are served on fresh green salad leaves, creating a visual effect of a bird's nest. The dish pairs wonderfully with light white wines or refreshing citrus drinks.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 549.9
• Proteins: 39g
• Fats: 41.7g
• Carbohydrates: 4.3g

Ingredients

• Capers: 80 g
• Herring: 400 g
• Chicken egg: 8 pc
• Anchovies: 130 g
• Onion: 100 g
• Green salad: 120 g

Cooking steps

1. Soak the herring, fillet it cleanly, and finely chop it with anchovies, onion, capers, or pickles. Form meatballs from the prepared mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring: 400 g
   • Anchovies: 130 g
   • Onion: 100 g
   • Capers: 80 g

2. Place boiled egg yolks in the center of each meatball. Serve on green salad leaves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 8 pieces
   • Green salad: 120 g