Herring- the seafood

Herring is undoubtedly one of the most important fish in the northern oceans and has been embraced into most cuisines in a wide range of herring products. At the simplest level, it is enjoyed fresh by those maritime cultures lucky enough to have access to the summer shoals. As often happens when folk have to make the most of seasonal bonanzas, it is enjoyed fresh when abundant, but a large portion of the catch is preserved either for times of greater need or as an export commodity.

Herring Roe products

This site reviews four quite different approaches to the preservation of herring roe and the various gourmet food products that are available

Herring Roe on Kelp
Salted Herring Roe sacs
Herring Caviar
Fresh herring roe

Whole Herring Products

Writing this within sight and smell of the clear sea off the west coast of Scotland, I feel it appropriate to include and recommend to readers the wide range of whole herring products available to the gourmet.

Surstromming- the famous fermented herring of Sweden.
Fresh Herring (in season)
Kippers (hot and cold smoked)
Bloated Herring
Rollmops
Pickled Herring

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