Description
Experience a taste of West Sweden with this creamy pickled herring dish, featuring the unique Västerbottensost cheese, perfect for a festive Christmas table.
Ingredients
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- 400 g (14 ounces) pickled herring
- 100 ml (3.4 ounces) mayonnaise
- 100 ml (3.4 ounces) cooking yoghurt
- 150 ml (5 ounces) grated Västerbottensost (or any West Swedish cheese)
- 1 clove of garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened French mustard
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Drain the pickled herring and cut it into pieces, about one centimeter wide.
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, cooking yoghurt, and grated Västerbottensost.
- Add the crushed garlic, French mustard, and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in the herring pieces until they are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a side dish, traditionally enjoyed during Christmas in West Sweden.
Notes
Västerbottensost is a unique cheese from West Sweden, but you can substitute it with any regional cheese. This dish is traditionally served chilled, making it a refreshing addition to a festive spread. Allowing the dish to rest in the refrigerator helps the flavors to meld together. Serve as part of a Christmas buffet or alongside other traditional Swedish dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 50