Smoked Herring and Potato Salad (Kūpinātas siļķes un kartupeļu salāti)

Kūpinātas siļķes un kartupeļu salāti, or Smoked Herring and Potato Salad, is a traditional Latvian dish that combines the smoky flavor of herring with the heartiness of potatoes. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a summer barbecue.

Smoked Herring and Potato Salad (Kūpinātas siļķes un kartupeļu salāti)

Ingredients

  • 500g potatoes, boiled and diced
  • 200g smoked herring fillets, flaked
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 3 pickles, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, flaked herring, sliced red onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced pickles, and chopped fresh dill.
  2. Add the sour cream to the bowl and gently toss everything together until well combined.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Knife Cutting board

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the smoked herring and potato salad chilled as a refreshing side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.

Tips & tricks

For a creamier texture, you can add a little more sour cream to the salad before serving.

Cost

$10