Description
Classic pan-fried herring fillets cooked until crispy and golden, lightly seasoned and perfect with lemon, herbs, or simple side dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb herring fillets, cleaned and deboned
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the herring fillets dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge each fillet lightly in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot and bubbling.
- Place fillets skin-side down and cook for 3–4 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer to a plate, squeeze fresh lemon over top, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the skillet—cook in batches if needed.
- For extra crispiness, use fine breadcrumbs instead of flour.
- Pairs well with boiled potatoes, rye bread, or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: European