Recipe

Smoked Herring on Rye with Egg and Onions

Nordic Delight: Smoky Herring Open-Faced Sandwich

4.3 out of 5

This recipe is a classic Danish dish called Sol over Gudhjem, which translates to "Sun over Gudhjem." It is a traditional open-faced sandwich that showcases the flavors of the sea.

Sandwich/Wrap› Sandwich› Sol over Gudhjem

European cuisine› Northern European cuisine› Nordic cuisines› Danish cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

N/A

Total time

15 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Pescatarian, Dairy-free, Gluten-free (if using gluten-free bread)

Allergens

Fish (herring), Eggs

Not suitable for

Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-free, Egg-free

Ingredients

4 slices of dense rye bread 4 slices of dense rye bread
8 smoked herring fillets 8 smoked herring fillets
1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
For the dill sauce: For the dill sauce:
1/2 cup (120g) mayonnaise 1/2 cup (120g) mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 3g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 3g
Protein: 15g
Fiber: 5g
Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dill sauce. Set aside.
2.
Toast the rye bread slices until they are crispy.
3.
Place two smoked herring fillets on each slice of toasted rye bread.
4.
Top the herring with a generous amount of sliced red onions.
5.
Arrange the sliced hard-boiled eggs on top of the onions.
6.
Drizzle the dill sauce over the entire sandwich.
7.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Smoked Herring — If you prefer a milder flavor, you can soak the herring fillets in milk for 30 minutes before using them in the recipe.
Rye Bread — Look for dense and hearty rye bread with a strong flavor to complement the other ingredients.
Red Onion — For a milder taste, you can soak the sliced onions in cold water for 10 minutes before using them.

Tips & Tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some freshly chopped chives or dill on top of the sandwich before serving.
If you can't find smoked herring, you can substitute it with smoked mackerel or smoked salmon.
Experiment with different types of mustard to find your preferred level of tanginess.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the sandwich just before eating to enhance the flavors.
Serve the Sol over Gudhjem with a side of pickled cucumbers for a traditional Danish accompaniment.

Serving advice

Serve the Sol over Gudhjem as an open-faced sandwich, allowing the vibrant colors and layers of ingredients to be visible. Pair it with a fresh green salad or a side of pickled cucumbers for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the open-faced sandwiches on a wooden board or a platter, garnishing them with sprigs of fresh dill or chives. The contrasting colors of the ingredients will create an eye-catching display.