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    • Herring and Celery Salad

    Mark Sharron
    Easy
    20 minutes
    01-Feb
    Herring and Celery Salad is a classic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavour. This dish is a great way to enjoy the fresh flavours of herring and celery while adding a touch of sweetness from the pickle relish and mayonnaise. Herring and Celery Salad is a perfect accompaniment to any meal or can be served as a light lunch or dinner. This dish is also a great way to use leftovers, as it can be made with whatever ingredients you have on hand.   
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    Ingredients

    • 1/2 lb herring fillets
    • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
    • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
    • 1/4 cup pickle relish
    • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
    • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Method

    • Step-by-step Method for Herring and Celery Salad
    • Inspect the herring fillets for bones and remove any with fish tweezers
    • Cut herring fillets into bite-sized pieces and set aside
    • Rinse celery thoroughly and finely chop to yield 1/2 cup
    • Finely chop onion to make 1/4 cup and set aside
    • In a small bowl, combine pickle relish, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste
    • Whisk the dressing mixture until smooth and fully emulsified
    • In a separate large bowl, place the chopped herring, celery, and onion
    • Pour the dressing over the fish and vegetable mixture
    • Stir gently to coat all ingredients evenly, keeping fish pieces whole
    • Taste and adjust salt and pepper as desired
    • Cover and refrigerate salad for at least 30 minutes to develop flavor
    • Toss salad gently before serving to redistribute dressing
    • Serve chilled on a cold plate or atop a bed of crisp lettuce for freshness
    • Garnish with celery leaves or additional chopped onion for presentation
    • Recommended to accompany with dark rye bread or boiled new potatoes for a traditional touch