Spicy potatoes with herring and cheese
4 servings
45 minutes
Spicy potatoes with herring and cheese is a vibrant dish of Russian cuisine that combines the rich flavor of baked potatoes, the tender saltiness of herring, and the creamy texture of cheese. This combination has deep roots in Russian gastronomic traditions where herring held a special place at the table. The dish surprises with contrasting flavors: spicy pepper adds heat while green onions provide freshness. Baked herring softens its structure, revealing new flavor nuances. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive gathering, offering a rich palette of sensations with every bite. It is equally good as a standalone treat or paired with rye bread and a light vegetable salad.
1
Wash the potatoes, peel them, and cover with cold water.
- Potato: 400 g
2
Cook for 15-20 minutes over medium heat, adding a little salt at the end.
- Potato: 400 g
3
Drain the water, cool the potatoes, and cut them into wedges.
- Potato: 400 g
4
Season the potatoes with ground pepper.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Wash the herring, carefully fillet it, remove the large and small bones, then cut the fillet into small pieces.
- Herring: 1 piece
6
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
7
Slice one part of the cheese and cut the other into small cubes.
8
Grease the fireproof mold with vegetable oil, layer potatoes on the bottom and sides, and place pieces of herring in the center.
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
- Potato: 400 g
- Herring: 1 piece
9
Place pieces of cheese on the potatoes, and sprinkle cheese cubes on top of the herring.
10
Bake in the oven at medium heat for 10-15 minutes.
11
Sprinkle the finished dish with chopped green onions.
- Green onions: 1 bunch