Herring Toast with Dill & Red Onion
Crispy rye toast topped with silky herring, cool sour cream, and punchy pickled red onion. Scandinavian smørrebrød stripped down to pure flavor — ready in 10 minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Thinly slice the red onion. Toss with vinegar and a pinch of salt; let sit while you prep.
Step 2
Toast the rye bread until edges darken and surface crisps, about 2 minutes per side.
Step 3
Spread butter on each warm toast, then a thin layer of sour cream.
Step 4
Drain the herring and arrange 2–3 fillets on each toast, overlapping slightly.
Step 5
Top with pickled red onion, a sprinkle of fresh dill, and a grind of black pepper.
Step 6
Serve immediately while toast is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- toaster or toaster oven
- small bowl
- cutting board
- knife
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