Marianne Martinez
Herring is a versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways, including frying, grilling, and baking. If you're looking for a healthier alternative to traditional frying, an air fryer is a great option. Air fryers use little to no oil, making it possible to enjoy your favourite fried foods without the excess fat and calories. In this article, we'll explore the steps for cooking herring in an air fryer, including preparation, cooking time, and serving suggestions. By following these simple instructions, you'll be able to create delicious and nutritious air-fried herring dishes in no time!
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What You'll Learn
Air fryer smoked herring wontons
Air fryers are a handy kitchen appliance that allows you to fry with little to no oil. You can still enjoy your favourite foods, whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or omnivore. Here is a recipe for air fryer smoked herring wontons.
Ingredients
- Smoked herring
- Coconut oil
- Tomatoes
- Sweet peppers
- Onions
- Hot sauce
- Wonton skins
- Egg
Method
First, strain the smoked herring and remove any remaining bones. Chop the herring into small pieces and set aside. Place the coconut oil, tomatoes, sweet peppers, and onions in a saucepan on medium heat and cook until the onions are translucent. Add the smoked herring to the vegetables and add hot sauce to taste. Place the mixture in a bowl and allow it to cool.
Next, scoop a teaspoon of the smoked herring filling into the wonton skins. Spread an egg wash on the edges of the wonton skins and fold them into triangles, sealing the edges. Lightly wet the bottom of the triangle and fold the right side over the middle, then the left side, pressing all edges to seal. Set the wontons aside, covered with a damp paper towel, while you finish making the rest.
Preheat the air fryer to 330 degrees Fahrenheit (166 degrees Celsius). Mist both sides of the wontons with cooking spray and place them in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Air fry for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove the wontons to a cooling rack and let them cool while you cook the remaining wontons in batches.
These wontons are best served slightly warm or at room temperature. You can assemble them up to 8 hours ahead of time. Enjoy!
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Grilled herring with simple sauce
Grilled herring is a tasty and nutritious meal, packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Here is a recipe for grilled herring with a simple sauce, which can be made in an air fryer.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Breadcrumbs
- 2 herrings
- Parsley
- Tarragon
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Crushed red pepper
- Apple cider vinegar
- Chilled unsalted butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Method
Firstly, prepare the herrings by removing the heads, if necessary, and taking off the skin. Rub the scales with the blunt side of a knife to remove them, then slice each herring from its anal fin up towards its head. Use a small spoon to remove the guts and discard them.
Next, in a large bowl, gently toss the herring with the olive oil, parsley, and tarragon. Season with sea salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper.
Turn on your air fryer and heat it to a moderate-high temperature. Place the seasoned herrings in the air fryer and cook for around 2 minutes on each side, or until opaque.
While the herrings are grilling, make the simple sauce. Measure 1/4 cup (60 ml) of apple cider vinegar into a small saucepan and heat until boiling. Cut 3/4 cup (175 g) of chilled unsalted butter into small pieces and add to the hot vinegar a few pieces at a time, whisking until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the herrings are cooked, transfer them to a serving plate and drizzle the simple sauce over them. Serve immediately while hot, with a side of boiled new potatoes or potato salad.
Variations
There are many variations and serving suggestions for grilled herring. You could try a herb filling by mixing together chopped fresh herbs such as dill, mint, cilantro, rosemary, parsley, chives, or thyme, and stuffing the herrings with this mixture before grilling. You could also serve grilled herring with tartar sauce, sliced red onion, and a wedge of lemon, or with a horseradish and parsley sauce. For a springtime dish, try serving grilled herring with sweet peas, pea shoots, and a sauce made by pureeing peas with olive oil, buttermilk, lemon juice, mint, and shallots.
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Crispy fried herring
Ingredients:
- Herring fillets
- Flour
- Breadcrumbs
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Red onion
- Lemon
- Tartar sauce
Method:
Start by rinsing the herring fillets and patting them dry. Season the fillets with salt and pepper, and then coat them with a mixture of flour and breadcrumbs. You can also try using just oatmeal for coating, pressing it onto the fish firmly.
Next, heat some olive oil in the air fryer. You can also use a large frying pan or skillet for this step. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated herring fillets in the air fryer, skin-side down. If you're using a frying pan, you can add a knob of butter to each piece of fish for extra flavor.
Fry the herring for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. The frying time may vary depending on the cooking method and your preferred level of crispiness.
Once done, transfer the fried herring to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve the crispy fried herring hot with tartar sauce, sliced red onion, and a wedge of lemon.
Variations:
For a different flavor, you can brush the herring fillets with milk before coating them with oatmeal. If you're grilling the herring, consider serving it with a simple cider vinegar and butter sauce. You can also stuff the fillets with an herb filling and bake them, or serve them with boiled potatoes or potato salad.
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Baked stuffed herring
Ingredients
- Herring fillets
- Butter
- Breadcrumbs
- Flour
- Onion
- Salt and pepper
- String
- Baking dish
- Filling of your choice (e.g. herb filling, caper stuffing, or a mixture of coconut oil, tomatoes, sweet peppers, and onions)
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare your filling. For an herb filling, mix together breadcrumbs, herbs of your choice (such as sage, thyme, and rosemary), and seasoning. For a more moist filling, you can add in some broth. Alternatively, you can use a mixture of coconut oil, tomatoes, sweet peppers, and onions as your filling.
Next, prepare your herring fillets. If you are making stuffed herring, remove the scales but leave the skin on. Coat the fillets in a mixture of flour and breadcrumbs.
Melt butter in a frying pan and soften onions in it over low heat for about 10 minutes. Add the onions, along with their buttery juices, to the filling mixture and season with salt and pepper.
Open each herring fillet out flat and spread a suitable amount of the filling down one side of each fillet. Fold the other side back to its original shape. Using string, tie a short length around each fish in three places to stop the filling from falling out while cooking.
Place the stuffed herrings in the buttered baking dish, put a knob of butter on each one, and bake near the top of the oven for 15 minutes, basting once with the buttery juice.
Your baked stuffed herrings are now ready to be served! You can serve them with a simple sauce made by heating butter and cider vinegar, or with tartar sauce, sliced red onion, and a wedge of lemon.
Enjoy your delicious and crispy air-fried baked stuffed herring!
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Fried herring with potatoes
Ingredients
- Herring fillets
- Flour
- Breadcrumbs
- Butter
- Tartar sauce
- Red onion
- Lemon
- Potatoes
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley
Method
First, prepare the potatoes. Give them a good scrub and pat them dry. Cut them into evenly sized pieces, leaving the skins on. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and fresh parsley.
Next, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the potatoes in the fryer, making sure they are in a single layer with a little space around each one. Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and browned.
Now, prepare the herring fillets. Coat them in a mixture of flour and breadcrumbs. Melt butter in a frying pan and cook the fillets for 3 minutes on both sides until golden brown. Place the cooked fillets on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil.
Finally, serve the fish and potatoes together. Place the herring fillets on a bed of the fried potatoes. Serve with tartar sauce, sliced red onion, and a wedge of lemon. Enjoy!
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Frequently asked questions
Air fryers are a great way to limit oil in your cooking. To cook herring in an air fryer, first strain, remove any remaining bones, and chop the herring into small pieces. Then, place the pieces in the air fryer and cook until golden brown.
A simple sauce can be made by placing coconut oil, tomatoes, sweet peppers, and onions in a saucepan and cooking until the onions are translucent. Add the smoked herring to the vegetables and add hot sauce to taste.
You can also cook herring in a frying pan. First, coat the fillets in a mixture of flour and breadcrumbs, then melt butter in the pan and cook the fillets for 3 minutes on both sides.
Herring can be served with tartar sauce, sliced red onion, and a wedge of lemon. It also goes well with boiled new potatoes or potato salad.
