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Curried Herring

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Herring is an essential part of Scandinavian cuisine and always has a place in the breakfast smorgasbord, along with other kinds of salted and pickled fish, breads, pastries, cheeses, cereals, eggs, and potatoes. (We admit that herring for breakfast may seem a little unusual to some people. But try it on a thick slice of buttered rye—you'll be quickly converted.)

Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 20 min

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

2 (8-oz) jars herring "party snacks" in white wine sauce, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons coarse-grained mustard
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon sugar
Accompaniment: rye bread and butter

Preparation

  1. Remove and discard skin and dark flesh from herring. Cut herring into 1/4-inch pieces. Whisk together remaining ingredients and stir in herring. Season with salt and pepper.

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