Haringbroodje (Dutch Herring Sandwich)
A classic Dutch sandwich featuring a soft roll filled with fresh, salt-cured herring, often accompanied by diced onions, pickles, and a creamy sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings2
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 Soft white rolls or sub rolls
- 150 g Salt-cured herring fillets(rinsed and patted dry)
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 small Red onion(thinly sliced or finely diced)
- 2 slices Dill pickles(thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh chives(chopped)
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Slice the rolls in half horizontally.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Season with black pepper to taste.
- 3
Spread the mayonnaise-mustard mixture on the bottom halves of the rolls.
- 4
Slice the herring fillets into bite-sized pieces if they are large.
- 5
Layer the herring fillets on top of the sauce on the bottom halves of the rolls.
- 6
Top the herring with the sliced red onion, dill pickles, chopped parsley, and chives.
- 7
Place the top halves of the rolls onto the sandwiches. Serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use high-quality, fresh salt-cured herring for the best flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of onion and pickle to your preference.
- ✓Some variations include a dash of horseradish in the sauce or a sprinkle of capers.
🔄 Variations
- Use a sourdough or brioche bun for a different bread base.
- Add a few crispy fried onions for extra texture.
- Include a few slices of crisp lettuce or watercress.