Grilled Herring with Dill and Lemon Recipe
Say hello to the heavenly dish of Grilled Herring with Dill and Lemon, a delightful marriage of exciting flavors and healthy ingredients. This Scandinavian-inspired delicacy of marvellous marine and herbaceous harmony is a joy to the senses and nourishment for the heart. The tantalising tang of lemon, the poignant aroma of fresh dill, and the deliciously delicate flavor of the humble herring culminate in a dish that excels in simplicity and yet offers a symphony of taste.
Ingredients
- Fresh herring: 4 whole gutted and cleaned
- Dill: 1 bunch finely chopped
- Lemon: 2 whole one sliced and one juiced
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
- Optional: a dash of chili flakes for some heat
Instructions
- Pre-heat the outdoor grill to a medium-high heat. Ensure it’s spick and span so the herring doesn’t stick.
- While waiting, mix the freshly squeezed lemon juice with olive oil, and stir it into an emulsion that Shakespeare might call a “marriage of citrus and olive”.
- Season the herring on both sides with salt and pepper, then brush liberally with the lemon and olive oil concoction. Sprinkle our green hero, the dill, evenly on the fish. Stuff the fish with the remaining lemon slices.
- Now, place the fish onto the heated grill and cook, turning occasionally, for about 8 minutes or until the skin is crisp and the flesh is succulent.
Notes
Here are a couple of handy tips to soup up this recipe:
Freshness is key, especially when it comes to the herring and dill. This enhances the overall flavor profile of your dish.
Can’t find herring? Not to worry! Mackerel or even trout can jump in as the suitable substitute.
Can’t find herring? Not to worry! Mackerel or even trout can jump in as the suitable substitute.