Herring in honey-mustard glaze with caramelized apples and nuts

Name: Herring in honey-mustard glaze with caramelized apples and nuts
Prep time: 60 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 360 szt. Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring); 300 szt. Apple; 30 ml Honey; 15 łyżka Table mustard, grainy; 15 g Rapeseed oil; 150 g Red onion; 50 g Chopped walnuts; 30 ml Lemon juice; 1 szczypta Salt; 1 szczypta Black pepper; 30 pęczek Fresh dill; 20 g Grated horseradish

Christmas Eve Dinner Christmas Appetizers 60 min Medium 24 wyświetleń ~24.78 PLN - (0)

Description

A delicate Christmas appetizer that combines the salty flavor of herring with the sweet and sour note of caramelized apples and the aroma of crunchy walnuts. The dish is both elegant and simple to prepare — it will surprise guests with its contrasting textures and distinct, balanced taste. It works great served on thin slices of rye bread or as a standalone appetizer on a platter. This is an ideal option for those who want to transform traditional herring while maintaining the festive character of the dish.

Składniki (12)

Servings:

Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring) 6 szt.
Apple 1.7 szt.
Honey 30 ml
Table mustard, grainy 1 łyżka
Rapeseed oil 15 g
Red onion 150 g
Chopped walnuts 50 g
Lemon juice 30 ml
🌿 Przyprawy
Salt 0.0 szczypt
Black pepper 2 szczypty
✨ Opcjonalne
Fresh dill 1.5 pęczki
Grated horseradish 20 g

💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~24.78 PLN (4.13 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparation of herring

If you are using salted fillets: place the herring fillets in a bowl and cover with cold water. Leave for 15-30 minutes, changing the water every 10-15 minutes. After soaking, check the taste: the fillet should not be overly salty — if it is still too salty, soak for another 10-15 minutes. Then, dry the fillets with a paper towel on a cutting board.

Ingredients: Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring)

Use a large bowl and cold water; if you have fillets in oil, skip soaking. Common mistakes: soaking for too short a time will make the dish too salty. Use paper towels to dry thoroughly.

Place the dried fillets on a board and check for any remaining bones. If there are larger bones, remove them with fish tweezers or the tip of a knife. Then cut the fillets into pieces about 2-3 cm wide (pieces for one bite).

Ingredients: Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring)

Use a sharp knife and a stable cutting board. Good lighting helps spot the bones. Do not cut into too small pieces — they should retain their structure.

Caramelized apples

Peel the apples, cut them in half, and remove the cores with a knife or a corer. Then slice them into pieces about 5 mm thick. Heat a pan over medium heat, add 15 g (1 tablespoon) of oil. Place the apple slices in a single layer and fry for 5-7 minutes without stirring for the first minute, until the bottom edges start to brown. Lower the heat, add 30 g of honey, and gently stir for 1-2 minutes until the slices are coated with a glossy glaze and soften, but do not break apart. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.

Ingredients: Apple, Rapeseed oil, Honey, Salt

Use a 24-26 cm non-stick frying pan. Don't overdo the temperature — too high will burn the honey. Properly caramelized apple will be slightly soft and shiny, with brown edges.

Sauce

In a small bowl, combine 15 g of mustard and 30 ml of lemon juice. Slowly add 15 g of oil while vigorously mixing with a fork or whisk until a smooth, slightly thick sauce (emulsion) forms. Add 1-2 pinches of freshly ground pepper and, if necessary, a little salt (be careful, the herring is already salty). Taste and adjust the proportions: add more honey if you want a sweeter touch, or more lemon if you want it sharper.

Ingredients: Table mustard, grainy, Lemon juice, Rapeseed oil, Black pepper, Salt

Use a small bowl and a whisk or fork. Slowly add the oil while mixing vigorously to achieve an emulsion. A common mistake: adding the oil too quickly causes separation.

Additions

Slice the onion into very thin half-rings (about 2 mm). Toast the walnuts in a dry pan for 3-4 minutes over medium heat, shaking the pan every few seconds — when you smell the aroma and see a slightly golden color, remove from heat. Once cooled, chop the walnuts into coarse pieces.

Ingredients: Red onion, Chopped walnuts

Use a wide, dry skillet. Do not let the nuts stay on the heat for too long — they can burn too quickly. The thinly sliced onion should be crispy and translucent.

Assembly

On a flat platter, arrange the pieces of herring in loose rows. On each piece of herring, place a piece of caramelized apple (one or two slices per piece of herring). Evenly drizzle the prepared honey-mustard emulsion — use a teaspoon to avoid flooding the entire plate. Sprinkle with strips of thinly sliced red onion and chopped walnuts. If using, add small dollops of grated horseradish in a few places (optional).

Ingredients: Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring), Apple, Table mustard, grainy, Honey, Lemon juice, Red onion, Chopped walnuts, Grated horseradish

Use a flat, large platter or serving board. Assemble on a cool dish (take it out of the fridge 5-10 minutes beforehand) to keep the ingredients looking fresh longer. Additionally, you can add dill for decoration.

Cooling

Cover the platter with plastic wrap and set aside in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to a maximum of 2 hours. This will allow the flavors to meld: the sweetness of the apples and honey with the sharp note of mustard will permeate the herring.

Ingredients: Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring), Apple, Honey, Table mustard, grainy

Use transparent film to easily monitor the condition of the dish. Do not leave it for more than 2-3 hours — the apples may become too soft and lose their nice appearance.

Serving

Just before serving, sprinkle freshly chopped dill on top (optional). Serve the herring on thin slices of rye bread or on lettuce leaves as an elegant appetizer. On the table, place an additional small plate with grated horseradish for those who want some heat.

Ingredients: Fresh dill, Grated horseradish

Use small teaspoons to serve the pieces to keep things tidy. If serving on bread, lightly toast the slices in the oven for 3-4 minutes at 180°C to make them slightly crispy.

Optional variations

If you want to enhance the nut-free version — instead of nuts, add roasted pumpkin seeds. For greater decoration, you can add thin slices of pickled beetroot on the sides of the platter.

Alternatives work well for allergies or taste preferences. Additionally, you can add capers (as an option) if you like an intense, salty touch.

Fun Fact

💡

Herring is one of the most popular Christmas dishes in many countries in Northern and Central Europe — dishes with herring have a long tradition as a symbol of abundance and simple, yet bold flavor.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve on a chilled platter, ideally arranged at the center of the table as an appetizer. Excellent with rye bread, small toasts, or dark bread. For a contrast in texture, add crunchy breadsticks. Make sure the dish does not sit out at room temperature for too long — it's best served directly from the refrigerator.

🥡 Storage

Store in the refrigerator in a closed container for up to 48 hours. The best flavors develop after 12-24 hours of chilling, but the apples may gradually soften — do not store for longer than 2 days. To refresh before serving, take it out of the refrigerator 15-20 minutes in advance and gently mix the dressing.

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Ingredients (12)

Servings:

Matjes herring (fillet of salted herring) 6 szt. ~10.80 zł
Apple 1.7 szt. ~6.00 zł
Honey 30 ml ~3.00 zł
Table mustard, grainy 1 łyżka ~0.23 zł
Rapeseed oil 15 g ~0.15 zł
Red onion 150 g ~0.75 zł
Chopped walnuts 50 g ~1.75 zł
Lemon juice 30 ml ~0.75 zł
🌿 Przyprawy
Salt 0.0 szczypt ~0.01 zł
Black pepper 2 szczypty ~0.10 zł
✨ Opcjonalne
Fresh dill 1.5 pęczki ~0.75 zł
Grated horseradish 20 g ~0.50 zł

💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~24.78 PLN (4.13 PLN/porcję)

💡 Kliknij na składnik aby oznaczyć jako użyty

Wartości odżywcze

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1636 kcal

Kalorie

Białko 84.4g

Węglowodany 95.6g

Tłuszcze 106.9g

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163 kcal

Kalorie

Białko 8.4g

Węglowodany 9.5g

Tłuszcze 10.7g

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