Polish Śledź w Śmietanie, Herring in Cream

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Polish Śledź w Śmietanie, Herring in Cream, plated and ready to serve

Śledź w śmietanie — herring in a cream sauce with onion and often a touch of apple — is the other classic way Poland serves marinated herring, milder and richer than the plain oil-and-onion version. It needs only a short marinating time in the fridge before serving.

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Ingredients for Polish Śledź w Śmietanie, Herring in Cream

Polish Śledź w Śmietanie, Herring in Cream

Marinated herring's cream-sauced cousin, folded with apple and onion.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Polish
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 230kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb herring fillets salted or pickled, drained and cut into pieces
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 small onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 small apple thinly sliced (optional, for authenticity)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped dill
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine sour cream, lemon juice, and pepper in a bowl, whisking until smooth.
  • Fold in sliced onion and apple, if using.
  • Gently fold in the herring pieces, coating well.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  • Top with fresh dill just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 230kcal | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 1g
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Health Benefits

  • Herring is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, supporting heart and brain health.
  • A naturally low-carb dish, especially when the optional apple is omitted.
  • Onion provides prebiotic fiber that supports gut health.

Pairs Well With

  • Polish Mizeria, Cucumber & Sour Cream Salad
  • Polish Rzodkiewki w Śmietanie, Radish & Sour Cream Salad
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