Marinated Fried Herring (Bratheringe)
A popular dish from northern Germany made of fried fresh herrings that marinate for several days before serving. Serve with fried potatoes.
Instructions
- Salt and pepper the herrings and coat them with flour.
- Heat the butter/oil in a frying pan and fry the herrings golden brown. Let them drain on paper towels.
- Combine vinegar, vegetable broth, spices and sugar in a pot and boil. Let it cool off. Put the herrings in a bowl, add the well-drained and sliced mixed pickles, cocktail onions and chilies and cover with the broth.
- Store covered in a refrigerator for several days. Serve with fried potatoes.
