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How to make it
4 steps. Take it one step at a time.
Finely dice the onion
Finely dice the onion and slice the gherkins into rounds or long thin slices.
Slice the bread buns horizontally through the middle, but leave them attached
Slice the bread buns horizontally through the middle, but leave them attached on one side like a book.
Place one herring fillet inside each bun
Place one herring fillet inside each bun. If the fillets are very large, you can cut them to fit.
Generously sprinkle the diced onions
Generously sprinkle the diced onions over the herring and add the pickle slices on top or on the side. Serve immediately while the herring is cold.
A little kitchen wisdom
For the most authentic experience, use 'Hollandse Nieuwe', which is the first herring of the season with a high fat content. Eat it by holding the sandwich with both hands, or in the traditional Dutch way: holding the herring by the tail and lowering it into your mouth (minus the bread).
What you'll need
KnifeCutting board
