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Classic Latvian Herring Platter

Name: Classic Latvian Herring Platter
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Latvian
Ingredients: 1 herring fillet; 2 potatoes; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 onion; 2 tbsp vinegar; 1 tbsp sugar; 1/2 cup pickled cucumbers; 1 slice rye bread; salt to taste; pepper to taste

A variation of the traditional dish with additional accompaniments like pickled vegetables and rye bread.

35 minutes2 servings

Method

Prepare the herring by rinsing and patting dry.
Boil potatoes until tender, then peel and slice.
Whisk sour cream with milk for a smooth texture.
Make the vinaigrette by combining chopped onion, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Serve herring on a platter with potatoes, sour cream, vinaigrette, pickled cucumbers, and rye bread.

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