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Nutritional Values
260kcal
18gProtein
25gCarbs
10gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
🌾 Gluten
Also served in
Herring Sandwich
How to order / say it
Say it
Broodje Haring — [BROH-juh HA-ring]
Order
I'd like a herring sandwich, please.
Locally
Ik wil graag een broodje haring, alstublieft.
Say locally
Raw herring served in a bread roll with onions and pickles.
Why try it?
Broodje Haring is a quintessential Dutch fast food, often enjoyed by locals in Rotterdam's bustling street markets. It's a symbol of Rotterdam's fishing traditions and love for seafood.
How it tastes
Fresh and slightly salty, the raw herring pairs perfectly with the crunch of fresh onions and the tangy/sweetness of pickles, all encased in a soft bread roll.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Herring has been a staple in the Dutch diet since the medieval period, with Rotterdam having one of the largest fishing ports. The sandwich format became popular in the 19th century as a quick, filling meal.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 2 herring filet
- 🌾 2 bread roll
- 🧄 1 onion
- 🥕 1 pickle
- 🥛 20 g butter
Method
- 1 Finely chop the onion and slice the pickle.
- 2 Spread butter on the bread roll.
- 3 Place herring filet inside the roll.
- 4 Top with chopped onion and sliced pickle.
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