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Nutritional Values

🔥320kcal
💪22gProtein
🌾18gCarbs
🥑15gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

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Aalborg Sild

How to order / say it
Say it Aalborg Sild — [al-borg sild]
Order I'd like Aalborg Sild, please.
Locally Jeg vil gerne have Aalborg Sild, tak.
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Herring marinated in a special Aalborg sauce.

Why try it?

Herring is a mainstay of Danish cuisine, and Aalborg Sild brings a unique twist with its special marinade reflecting the traditional flavors of this northern city.

How it tastes

The herring offers a balance of salty and sour notes, complemented by a sweet and tangy marinade that enhances its natural flavor.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

Aalborg Sild dates back to the early 20th century when herring was a staple food in the coastal city. This Aalborg-specific marinade became popular due to locally available ingredients.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 400 g herring fillets
  • 🍋 150 ml vinegar
  • 🍯 50 g sugar
  • 🧂 1 tbsp mustard seeds
  • 🌿 10 g dill
  • 🧄 1 onion
  • 🌿 1 bay leaf

Method

  1. 1 Mix vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, and dill for marinade.
  2. 2 Slice onion and layer with herring in a jar.
  3. 3 Pour the marinade over and refrigerate for 3 days.

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