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Nutritional Values
250kcal
15gProtein
5gCarbs
20gFat
1gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
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🐟 Fish
Herring in Oil
How to order / say it
Say it
Śledź w oleju — [SHLEDZH v oh-lay-you]
Order
I'd like the herring in oil, please.
Locally
Poproszę śledź w oleju.
Say locally
Marinated herring fillets in oil, often served with onions and pickles.
Why try it?
Śledź w oleju is quintessentially Polish, representing the country's strong ties to the Baltic Sea. It's a dish that captures the importance of seafood in Poland's culinary tradition and is often associated with festive occasions.
How it tastes
With its bold and briny taste, the dish offers a savory experience complemented by the crunch of onions and the sharpness of pickles. The silky texture of marinated herring adds a luxurious touch.
Origin & History — first documented: 1600
Herring has been a staple for Polish fishermen since the 16th century, due to its abundance in the Baltic Sea. This preparation became popular, particularly because it could be stored easily in oil and eaten throughout the winter.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 500 g herring fillets
- 🫒 200 ml vegetable oil
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🍋 50 ml vinegar
- 🌿 2 bay leaf
- 🧂 5 berries allspice
Method
- 1 Cut herring fillets into bite-sized pieces and soak in vinegar for 1 hour.
- 2 Drain the herring and pat dry with a paper towel.
- 3 Layer herring pieces in a jar with sliced onions, bay leaf, and allspice.
- 4 Pour vegetable oil over the layers and refrigerate overnight before serving.
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