pickled Recipes
8 delicious pickled recipes from around the world
Inlagd Sill (Swedish Pickled Herring)
A foundational Swedish delicacy, Inlagd Sill (pickled herring) is a versatile and essential component of traditional Swedish cuisine, particularly during holidays and celebrations like Midsummer. This recipe provides a basic pickling brine that can be adapted for numerous variations.
Kryddsill (Swedish Spiced Herring)
A classic Swedish appetizer featuring tender herring fillets delicately pickled in a fragrant brine with allspice and bay leaves. This dish is a staple of the traditional Swedish smörgåsbord and is best enjoyed after allowing the flavors to meld for at least 24 hours.
Rollmops (Pickled Herring Rolls)
Rollmops are a traditional German appetizer or snack consisting of pickled herring fillets rolled around a pickle spear, often with onion and spices. They are particularly popular as a 'hangover cure' due to the savory and tangy flavors.
Asinan Betawi
Asinan Betawi is a vibrant and refreshing Jakarta-style pickled salad featuring crisp vegetables, bean sprouts, and fried tofu, all tossed in a tangy, sweet, and spicy peanut sauce. A popular street food, it offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
Escabeche de Pescado
A classic Peruvian dish featuring pan-fried white fish bathed in a vibrant, tangy escabeche sauce of pickled onions and ají amarillo. This dish showcases the influence of colonial heritage on Peruvian cuisine.
Escabeche de Pollo (Peruvian Pickled Chicken)
A classic Peruvian dish featuring tender, fried chicken pieces bathed in a vibrant, tangy escabeche sauce made with pickled onions, ají amarillo, and vinegar. This dish, with its colonial heritage, is delicious served cold or at room temperature, making it perfect for picnics or as a refreshing main course.
Cape Pickled Fish
A traditional South African Easter dish featuring pieces of fried fish preserved in a sweet and sour curry-infused pickle. The flavors meld beautifully over time, making it a perfect make-ahead meal.
Pickled Beetroot Salad
A classic South African pickled beetroot salad, offering a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors. It's an essential accompaniment to any braai (barbecue).