German Rollmops Rollmopse

Embark on a culinary journey with "German Rollmops Rollmopse," a timeless delicacy that captures the bold and tangy essence of German cuisine. These pickled herring fillets are infused with a flavorful brine made from white vinegar, sugar, bay leaves, allspice, and black peppercorns, creating a harmonious medley of aromatic spices. Stuffed with crisp gherkin wedges and delicate onion slices, each fillet is rolled to perfection, optionally brushed with a touch of mustard for an extra zing. After marinating in the savory brine for 24-48 hours, the rollmops emerge as a refreshing, protein-packed treat that can be served as a chilled appetizer, snack, or a highlight of a traditional German meal. Perfect for seafood enthusiasts and those exploring authentic European flavors, this make-ahead recipe is a celebration of simplicity and bold, briny taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces herring fillets (pickled or brined, deboned)
• 500 ml white vinegar
• 500 ml water
• 50 g sugar
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
• 1 tsp allspice berries
• 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
• 8 pieces gherkin pickles (small, chopped into thin wedges)
• 2 tbsp mustard (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the herring fillets under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, and sugar. Add the bay leaves, black peppercorns, and allspice berries. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the pickling liquid to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Lay one herring fillet on a flat surface, skin side down. Spread a thin layer of mustard (if using) on the fish.

Step 4

Place a thin wedge of gherkin pickle and a slice of onion onto the wider end of the fillet. Roll the fillet tightly around the filling and secure it with a toothpick or skewer.

Step 5

Repeat with the remaining herring fillets and fillings until all are rolled and secured.

Step 6

Place the rolled herring fillets (rollmops) in a clean, glass jar or an airtight food container. Add the remaining onion slices to the jar.

Step 7

Pour the cooled pickling liquid over the rollmops, ensuring they are completely submerged. If needed, use additional vinegar and water in equal parts to top up the liquid.

Step 8

Seal the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 24 to 48 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve the rollmops chilled as a snack, appetizer, or part of a traditional German meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2125.7 grams (2125.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2502

Total Fat 147.30g	189%
Saturated Fat 30.50g	153%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 480mg	160%
Sodium 9402mg	409%
Total Carbohydrate 151.70g	55%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 123.40g
Protein 118.00g	236%

Vitamin D 5440IU	27200%
Calcium 638mg	49%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 2673mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 25.2%