Herring Appetizer

4 servings

30 minutes

Herring appetizer is a harmonious blend of salty fish, fresh herbs, tender carrots, and spicy processed cheese. This recipe has roots in Russian cuisine where herring has long been considered an important table element. Borodinsky bread with its dark, aromatic flavor perfectly complements the main ingredients, adding richness and textural complexity to the appetizer. The light acidity of lemon juice refreshes the taste while ground pepper adds a touch of spiciness. This appetizer is ideal for festive tables or friendly gatherings, offering an expressive and rich flavor in every bite. Juicy, aromatic, and simple to prepare, it makes a magnificent addition to any feast.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 306.6
• Proteins: 15.8g
• Fats: 16.6g
• Carbohydrates: 24g

Ingredients

• Herring: 200 g
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Processed cheese: 100 g
• Parsley: 1 bunch
• Borodinsky bread: 150 g
• Lemon juice: to taste
• Ground black pepper: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the ingredients. Peel the carrot and wash the parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 1 bunch

2. Cut the herring into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring: 200 g

3. Grate raw carrot on a fine grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece

4. Chop the parsley greens.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parsley: 1 bunch

5. Mix the ingredients for the snack in a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring: 200 g
   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 1 bunch

6. Add processed cheese without additives.

   Required ingredients:

   • Processed cheese: 100 g

7. Mix well.

8. Add black ground pepper on the tip of the knife.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  pinch

9. Add a few drops of lemon juice to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice:  to taste

10. Toast Borodinsky or any other bread in a pan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Borodinsky bread: 150 g

11. Slice the bread into portions and place the prepared snack on them.

12. Place on a plate and garnish with parsley.

    Required ingredients:

    • Parsley: 1 bunch

13. The appetizer can be served to the table immediately.