Soused Fish

Dive into the savory world of Scandinavian-inspired cuisine with this vibrant soused fish recipe, a tantalizing dish that transforms fresh mackerel or herring into a delicately marinated masterpiece. Perfectly balanced with tangy white vinegar, aromatic spices like bay leaves and peppercorns, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, this recipe creates a bright and zesty flavor profile. Thinly sliced onions and carrots infuse the dish with texture and color, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Requiring minimal hands-on prep time, the fillets are left to soak up the nuanced marinade overnight, ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite. Garnished with fresh dill for a herbal finish, this pickled fish recipe is ideal served chilled alongside crusty bread or boiled potatoes for a traditional, wholesome meal. A must-try for fans of bold, refreshing flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Fresh mackerel fillets (or herring)
• 250 ml White vinegar
• 250 ml Water
• 1 large Onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Carrot, thinly sliced
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 2 sprigs Fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean and pat dry the mackerel fillets. Remove any visible bones using tweezers and set the fillets aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, bay leaves, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, sugar, and salt. Stir to dissolve the sugar and salt.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion and carrot to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the marinade cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Arrange the mackerel fillets in a glass or ceramic dish (do not use metal as it may react with the vinegar). Pour the cooled marinade over the fish, ensuring the fillets are fully submerged.

Step 6

Cover the dish with plastic wrap or an airtight lid and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, preferably 24 hours, to allow the fish to fully absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Before serving, remove the fillets from the marinade and gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Arrange the fish on a serving platter and garnish with fresh dill, if desired.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature with crusty bread or boiled potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1172.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1083.1

Total Fat 57.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 7503.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 79.8g	0%

Vitamin D 2572IU	0%
Calcium 187.0mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2035.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.6%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 19.7%