Appetizer for the New Year's table "Stuffed Herring"

4 servings

30 minutes

The appetizer 'Stuffed Herring' is a true gem of the Russian feast, perfectly suited for the New Year celebration. Its roots go back to culinary traditions where herring is valued for its rich flavor and tender texture. In this dish, herring fillet is filled with a delicious stuffing of boiled eggs, carrots, onions, and the fish itself, providing each portion with a harmonious blend of salty, slightly sweet, and creamy notes. Mayonnaise and dill add freshness while butter gives the dish smoothness and softness. Chilling before serving makes the appetizer particularly exquisite by allowing the butter to solidify and bind all ingredients together. This delicacy not only delights the palate but also decorates the table with its neat and festive appearance, creating a cozy atmosphere among family and friends.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 365.6
• Proteins: 17.6g
• Fats: 28.7g
• Carbohydrates: 9.7g

Ingredients

• Onion: 1 pc
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Carrot: 2 pc
• Salted herring fillet: 2 pc
• Butter: 2 tbsp
• Mayonnaise: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Dill: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Boil the eggs and carrots, then chop them into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Carrot: 2 pieces

2. Finely chop the onion and add it to the eggs and carrots.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece

3. Herring. I take a pack of salted herring fillets - there are 2 longitudinally cut fish, i.e., 4 pieces of fillet. Cut the inner part (flesh) from each fillet to make it flatter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salted herring fillet: 2 pieces

4. Chop the cut meat finely and add it to the carrots, onions, and eggs. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salted herring fillet: 2 pieces
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

5. Salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

6. Add mayonnaise

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons

7. Add finely chopped dill (optional).

   Required ingredients:

   • Dill:  to taste

8. Melt the butter and add it to the carrots, meat, onion, and eggs. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 2 tablespoons
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Salted herring fillet: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

9. Place 2 herring fillets on plastic wrap (a bag can be used), spread the dressing on top, and cover with the remaining 2 fillets. Brush with melted butter. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Let sit for 20 minutes at room temperature. Then place in the refrigerator - the butter should solidify. Before serving, remove the wrap and cut into pieces.