Crispy Breaded Herring with Anchovy & Lemon Dressing
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Category
Dinner
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
This crispy breaded herring recipe is simple, affordable, and full of flavour. Itβs made with just a handful of ingredients but delivers a big punch thanks to the rich, bold herring and a buttery anchovy dressing. Serve one herring per person as a starter or two for a light but delicious main.
Ingredients
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2 butterflied herring
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Salt
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Flour (seasoned)
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1 egg, whisked
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150g breadcrumbs
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
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Olive oil
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75g butter
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Juice of Β½ lemon
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1 tbsp white wine vinegar
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2 anchovy fillets
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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Lemon wedge to serve
Directions
Season the herring fillets generously with salt. Set up a breading station with seasoned flour, whisked egg, and breadcrumbs mixed with parsley and a pinch of salt. Dredge the fish on the flesh side only, coating first in flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumbs.
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan over high heat. Place the fish breadcrumb-side down and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook skin-side down for just 10-15 seconds to seal. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Add the butter, lemon juice, vinegar, anchovies, and garlic to the pan. Stir until the butter melts and the anchovies dissolve, creating a rich, savoury dressing.
Plate the crispy herring with a peppery green salad and a lemon wedge. Drizzle the warm anchovy butter dressing over the fish. Enjoy!
