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Tomato Herring

Norway > Recipes > Norwegian Cuisine > Tomato Herring

Tomato Herring is an interesting alternative/addition to the traditional Pickled Herring.

What You'll Need

  • 1 onion
  • 2 pickling cucumbers
  • 1 bay leaf
  • a few cloves
  • 1 dl tomato paste
  • 1 dl soy oil
  • 2 tbsp sugar

What to do

  • Soak the herrings in water for 1-2 hours, rinse them, fillet them, dry them well and cut them in 1.5 cm strips.
  • Mix together the tomato paste, oil and vinegar to form a smooth sauce.
  • Season to taste with sugar. Mix the herring into the tomato sauce along with the onion and cucumbers, cut into small pieces.
  • Mix well and add the bay leaf and cloves. Leave in a cool place for about 1 week.
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