Glasmastarsill

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Scandinavian-style pickled herring with horseradish, ginger, and sweet vinegar brine
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Glasmastarsill

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 124.2

Description

This classic Scandinavian pickled herring recipe, known as Glasmastarsill, offers a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. The herring fillets are submerged in a carefully crafted brine of white vinegar, water, and sugar, infused with aromatic allspice, mustard seeds, and bay leaves. Fresh horseradish and ginger add a peppery kick, while thin slices of carrot and red onion provide texture and color. Ideal for serving as an elegant appetizer or as part of a traditional smorgasbord, this dish requires a few days of refrigeration to allow the flavors to meld perfectly. It is a timeless favorite that pairs beautifully with crisp breads, boiled potatoes, or cold cuts.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine white vinegar, water, and sugar in a 1 to 1-1/2 quart enameled or stainless steel saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the pickling liquid to cool to room temperature.
  4. While the brine cools, wash the salted herring in cold running water and cut them into 1-inch thick pieces.
  5. In a 1-quart glass jar with a tightly fitting lid, arrange a thin layer of sliced red onions at the bottom.
  6. Top the onions with a layer of herring pieces, carrot slices, horseradish slices, and ginger slices.
  7. Sprinkle the layer with whole allspice, mustard seeds, and bay leaves.
  8. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients until the jar is full, ensuring 3 or 4 distinct layers.
  9. Pour the cooled pickling liquid into the jar, ensuring it completely covers the ingredients.
  10. Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for 2 to 3 days to allow flavors to develop.
  11. Serve chilled as an appetizer or as part of a smorgasbord spread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 124.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1200mg50%
Total Carbohydrate 30.2g11%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 30.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pickled herring, glasmastarsill, scandinavian, appetizer, smorgasbord, horseradish, ginger, vinegar brine, preserved fish, seafood, party food, traditional, marinated, cold appetizer
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