Chopped chives, for garnish. Sigh. Feel free to contact me at lynne@cookandbemerry.com. It is a great city but perhaps the people the nicest aspect. Use firm pressure to get clear markings. 1/4 cup vinegar, white, may substitute cider vinegar Get smart with the Thesis WordPress Theme from DIYthemes. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard I reget never having gotten to Scandinavia. If you are interested in Smrrebrd, go to Danish Open Sandwiches for a myriad of recipes and totally humerous writing about the food and lore of Denmark. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise We always ate the sweet wine-marinated little fish fillets on soda crackers topped with some of the sliced onions that came in the jar. The SandemansTour we found during our recent Copenhagen trip fit our criteria perfectly and lived up to expectations. The Ikea rye bread has a unique way of mixing. 3/4 teaspoon salt. Your Thanksgiving sounds perfect. Edie Is this you, my NM school chum? Cider vinegar adds a nice flavor, but white vinegar looks prettier if you are serving cucumbers in a bowl with the pickle liquid. 1/4 cup water I just found a source for Branzino. Good old yeast and her friend gluten. Meanwhile, clean and fillet the herrings. Mix herring salad ingredients together in a medium bowl. Are you planning a good recipe soon on your blog?? Peel cucumbers. So thanks for the reminder. Right now Im celebrating having 3 fishmongers. Dill fronds or sprouts, for garnish. If youre happy with tilapia and salmon, life is good. Nice photos. This bread is not sweet, but has a tang to it from sourdough starter. Take Care, BAM. I didnt know you liked herring. My mom (from Eastern Europe) had her version which I adored. Our Danish meal began with a beautiful presentation of home-made pickled herring, chopped onions, capers, mayonnaise and a dusting of curry. Add garlic, black pepper, mustard seed, salt and any other optional ingredients we wish for. Ill have to try some Branzino if they can get it. Hygge (pronounced as if you have something stuck in your throat) is the Danish art of finding perfect karma from the right blend of friends, family and food. 2. My Mothers Pickled Cucumbers Served in Pickling Liquid with a Dill Garnish, Pickled Cucumbers (Pressgurka) Slice the cucumbers in thin slices but do not make slices so thin that they are floppy. I thought it was a great city. This bread is like a heavy brick. Slowly heat the vinegar and sugar in a steel or enamel-coated pot. Yes, I think many variations would work. Mix sour cream with mayonnaise and the different kinds of mustard. Score the sides of the cucumber with the tines of a fork. Fill the middle of the jar up with the onion slices. The serrated knife just tore it in a jagged slice and the inside was really moist, almost like not cooked enough. Love the photos, we went there over ten years ago must be time for a revisit. So the free walking tours, where guides are paid gratuity only, tend to attract guides that deliver. Score the sides of the cucumber with the tines of a fork. They were all so friendly, and happy to speak to you in English, which nearly everyone in Denmark speaks fluently. 1/4 cup sugar 1. I have a good chunk of Swedish heritage, so this is probably in my blood too The bread looks very similar to one I had in Iceland, but it was served with dried fish. The next day, the interior of the bread was solid and I chose my other serrated knife with large scallops to slice it. Liberally butter bread slices and top with herring salad. Use firm pressure to get clear markings. You open the carton and pour the water right in, then shake the carton for a minute before pouring it into your greased bread pan. 1 tablespoon chopped dill or tarragon. Even with pre-travel research, I always find myself vaguely disoriented when I arrive in a new city. Besides providing a good lay of the land, our guide, Thomas, was overflowing with information about Danish history and culture. One day Here you can see the unbaked dough after it has risen in the oven for an hour with the oven light on. . , 2 cucumbers I was sorting through the memories of my childhood and what really stood out were the Norwegian and Danish dishes my Mom and Grandma used to make, some of which were complicated and time consuming. Where are the things I want to see and do? Well, it will be on the menu for our next progressive dinner Scandinavian this year! Recently I was invited to a potluck to which we were asked to bring a dish representing our ethnic heritage. I am still learning how to use it to best advantage, so youll have to cut me some slack on the photos for a while. DO-AHEAD INSTRUCTIONS: These are best made one day ahead. Instructions. Remove the pickling marinade from the heat and allow to cool completely. It is always exciting when a photographer likes my iPhone photos (I really must get a better camera). Finally, pickled-herring hygge at home! They make a great addition to an appetizer buffet. Oh, and the beaches in Skagen are topless. What a great spot to take a walking tour and your pictures of Copenhagen are wonderful. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copenhagen Herring, Hygge and Pickled Cucumbers. After running into repeated looks of confusion when I asked my fish mongers for salted herring, I tried another approach. 2. With varying results! I didnt know how good life was Now I plan ahead at one of our good markets that is willing to order (when I am patient enough to wait). Copyright 2010-2013 Cook & Be Merry. Chicago is one of my favorite cities to visitlike a small New York City but approachable. I was very happy to find a recipe for Skagen Sild on Danish Open Sandwiches that featured pickled herring and had the added interest of crunchy sweet diced apple. Garnish with chopped chives and a dill frond or sprouts. If you try, they appreciate it. That sweet and pungent flavor just kills. 1. It isnt just that Im thrifty; I find that if you have to sing for your supper, you will begood at it or you will be hungry. The traditional Danish menu attracted us to Bastionen-loven. In order to get the full Danish experience I decided to do the wholething, with authentic Danish rye bread, which is dark, dense and full of sunflower seeds. I wouldnt want The Fates to think me greedy. Instead, I opted to make the bread from a mix that is sold at Ikea. It does help when they speak English but I always bring a phrase book and attempt the local language. Previous post: Chocolate Pavlovas & Cheesecake Mousse with Strawberry Balsamic Compote from Grace-Maries Kitchen at Bristol Farms, Next post: Thai Curry Chicken Noodle Soup, Hello! 2012 Smorgasbord Menu Assembled by Friends of A Global Garnish | A GLOBAL GARNISH, Do-Ahead Party for a Crowd Easy Appetizer Menu (Part 1 of 3) | A GLOBAL GARNISH. Note: Skagen (pronounced skay-en) is a beach town on the most northern tip of Denmark. Last week I posted a recipe for branzino in parchment and Ive plans to post recipes for pan-fried salmon with dill sauce and grilled sturgeon with lemon-caper sauce, and my familys recipe for baked merluzzo. Everything else the delightful setting, the charming server, Luca, and the food quality was a bonus. Note:English cucumbers may be used, but these are not traditional. Luca served the herring with a glass of Aquavitand informed us that we simply must have Aquavit in order to fully enjoy the herring. Mix water (warm water will dissolve sugar/salt more quickly), vinegar, sugar, and salt. a charming old restaurant hidden away in a remote corner of the Christianshavn neighborhood. Your email address will not be published. The diced herring and apple are mixed with sour cream, mayo and a little Dijon, plus minced shallots and dill or tarragon. By the way, Smrrebrd means buttered bread in Danish, the butter being slathered on quite liberally. This is on the list of places I would like to go. So, clearly the Danes find this important enough to warrant a place in their vocabulary and culture. I am very glad to be back, after not posting for almost two weeks. 2. I was knocked out by a very debilitating virus from which I am still recovering. That herring looks fabulous. They all satisfy. Great post and I love the pictures. Serve one of two ways. All rights reserved, Food Bloggers L.A. Love this story, Jeannee. Perhaps best of all, it is an excellent way to extend the life of leftover cucumbers (a benefit of all pickling). More posts to come. They turned out perfect and I was able to make really thin slices that did not break apart. Ive never had it so good! Slice the cucumbers in thin slices - but do not make slices so thin that they are "floppy". Home-made Danish-style pickled herring starts with salted, not fresh, herring. Ok, thats another story. I was fighting a losing battle. Yes, the Danes were so friendly (love the word hyggelige), but the people in Sweden and Norway were just as nice and the scenery as beautiful. Which way is the center of town? Liberally butter bread slices and top with herring salad. My mother does cucumbers like that and that is in Australia, love them in salads. Sild is the Danish word for herring. Pickled cukes are a favorite of mine as well. Mix herring salad ingredients together in a medium bowl. I believe if you have never tried pickled herring, and think it might be yuck, this is a good positive introduction. Cut the drained pickled herring fillets into smaller pieces of about 2 cm. So, I pickled some cucumbers, served them with the purchased herring, a garnish of dill, a dollop of mayonnaise mixed with a hint of curry, and a scattering of red onions. Thanks so much! So, would we find hygge in Copenhagen?? Begin by preparing the marinade. ChgoJohn Isnt it frustrating how hard it is to get a variety of good fish these days? The answer is a resounding yes thanks to our experience atBastionen-loven. I love reading cookbooks, taking cooking classes, going to restaurants, photographing food, and blogging about it all! Thanks. Scoring Cucumber. Place the fish slices in, fill it up with half vinegar half water mixture. So, dear friends, lets get to the recipe at hand. I really like your simple cucumber recipe and your decoration with the fork really makes it look stunning. Either is suitable. Big mistake. I think Ill wait before I start looking for salted herring. Dill fronds or sprouts, for garnish. I tried slicing it when it first came out of the oven and was still warm. How do I get there from here? Even when I garble it! Also, I was without a camera, but now am the proud new owner of a Canon T4i. Thanks. 9-10 pickled herring fillets, cut in -inch pieces . Sorry about the crossover on the comment. Turn the herring pieces in the dressing, and garnish with red onions in thin slices and dill. Once the sugar is completely dissolved, add the other ingredients, and leave over low heat for about 5 minutes. I, also, enjoy pickled herring but wouldnt have any idea where to find salted herring. Its a good thing your bread wasnt topless (not that Im a food prude)! I like to get oriented with one of the free walking tours offered in many large cities. Absolutely the right thing to do! I made mine with tarragon, but dill would be more authentic. They are easy to make, go well with cold fish (especially smoked salmon) and add a splash of color to almost any appetizer buffet. Peel cucumbers. Skagen (pronounced skay-en) is a beach town on the most northern tip of Denmark and Sild is the Danish word for herring. I had read in my research not to try to cut when warm, but I am one of those people who never listen. Pingback: 2012 Smorgasbord Menu Assembled by Friends of A Global Garnish | A GLOBAL GARNISH, Pingback: Do-Ahead Party for a Crowd Easy Appetizer Menu (Part 1 of 3) | A GLOBAL GARNISH, Your email address will not be published. Garnish with chopped chives and a dill frond or sprouts. The ingredients match exactly those in the video, so I felt it would be very close to the real thing. Good description of the difference between Chicago and New York. Smrrebrd means buttered bread. Put the lid on then place the jar into the fridge for another day. Thank you BAM. Required fields are marked *. No dirty dishes. apple, -inch dice Herring and Pickled Cucumber Appetizer Ukrainian Recipes. Beautiful pictures! 1 tablespoon chopped dill or tarragon, Chopped chives, for garnish The Asian version uses rice wine vinegar, a little soy sauce, and some toasted sesame seeds. Danish people are so hyggelige: very, very nice and friendly. { 4 comments read them below or add one }. 3 tablespoons sour cream 1 shallot, finely minced It was good bread, but the dry fish was hard to chew. Otherwise, you must hunt relentlessly. The mixture is sweet from the apples and the wine marinade. I hope you enjoy my website as much as I enjoy creating it. It has doubled in size. Yes, a free tour. Celebrate Their Roots Shockingly Delicious, Chocolate Pavlovas & Cheesecake Mousse with Strawberry Balsamic Compote from Grace-Maries Kitchen at Bristol Farms, Little Buttercream Bees and How To Make A Piping Cone, Moroccan Fish Tagine with Ginger & Saffron, Fregola with Feta & Arugula and Sesame Sauce, Haricot Vert & Dandelion Salad with Bacon & Dried Cranberries and A Spunky Pomegranate Molasses Vinaigrette. One item that appeared frequently was the pickled herring that came in a jar and required no effort beyond a twist of the wrist. 2. I have never made this type of bread before, so I was having a lot of fun watching how the whole process played out. I should go there more often. The salted herring is then rinsed and pickled. I found a good quality pickled herring and decided to pickle my own accoutrements instead. Rice vinegar may be the perfect balance between white vinegar and cider. Pickled cucumbers are a perfect and easy accompaniment to pickled herring, and I hadnt made my Mothers Norwegian pickled cucumbers in a while. 1. Wow I felt like your pictures were taking me back to Amsterdam. Drain cucumbers if using as a garnish or side on a cold platter (e.g., pickled herring or smoked salmon plate). Pickled cucumbers are found in all Scandinavian countries. Hygge in Copenhagen!! 1 teaspoon black pepper Wish we had more time there. I also thought Copenhagen was similar to Amsterdam the canals/rivers through the city, delightful people and streets teeming with bicycles. There is a wonderful blog called Danish Open Sandwiches which is entirely devoted to Smrrebrd, one of, if not the national dish of Denmark. The canal reminds me of Amsterdam and the buildings are definitely from that part of Northern Europe. 1. I usually just apologize for being a typical American with limited foreign language skills . Add chopped red onion, capers, and dill, and season with salt, pepper, and sugar. Alternatively, serve in a bowl with some pickling liquid and a pretty garnish (see photo). Im sure you know the feeling. I do love Copenhagen but havent been there in years. So, I went on a hunt for salted herring. I would findfresh herring and go through both steps: brine and then pickle. salt, herring, carrot, dill, black bread, sour cream, black ground pepper and 3 more. Impatient to recreate my Copenhagen herring hygge, I switched gears again. My name is Lynne Hemer and I am a woman obsessed with food and cooking, in search of new, unusual, exotic and sublime ingredients and recipes. Somehow my comment went on the wrong post. 3. Inspired, I returned home determined to recreate pickled-herring hygge by making my own herring. Where else would we have heard of hygge?? I am French, German, Norwegian and Danish, so I had many dishes I could make, but I wanted to bring something different that the other potluckers may not have tried before. So I then did what I was instructed to do, which was wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate over night. Fresh herring, I was told by my fish mongers, would require an advance order. Mix water (warm water will dissolve sugar/salt more quickly), vinegar, sugar, and salt. Pour pickle liquid over sliced cucumbers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. A very nice post, Globalgarnish, and that herring looks real good. While I take issue with Thomas that this is a Danish phenomena, I admit that I cannot find a similar word in English. They will easily keep, refrigerated, for a week, but they lose a bit of their nice crunch if kept for too long. When I was in the food biz, I had access to a wholesale merchant. After watching a video on how to make the rye bread, I decided it would be too much to find the rye berries and grind them to the right size. Buttered sliced Danish rye bread. 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