Baked Potatoes with Herring
4 servings
60 minutes
Baked potatoes with herring is a simple yet hearty dish of Russian cuisine that embodies rustic comfort and rich flavors of traditional ingredients. The combination of tender potatoes, aromatic onions, and tangy salted herring creates a harmony of tastes complemented by a light egg and milk sauce. Such a recipe could have originated in Russian villages where the ingredients are simple but every meal is infused with home warmth. The dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy winter evenings when you crave something warming and filling. It pairs wonderfully with pickled cucumbers, fresh herbs, and rye bread, adding a touch of traditional hospitality. Baked potatoes with herring is a blend of simplicity and rich flavor that makes it a favorite among lovers of Russian cuisine.
1
Peel the potatoes, slice them, and place them in a greased pot. Cover with a layer of cleaned and chopped herring. Finely chop the onion and place it on top of the herring. Sprinkle with flour and drizzle with oil.
- Potato: 700 g
- Herring: 250 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Wheat flour: 1 tablespoon
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
2
Cook on low heat covered until done.
3
Pour the mixture of beaten eggs with milk, place it in the oven, cover with a lid, and bake at 200 degrees.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Milk: 125 ml