Sill (pickled herring)
Sill is a traditional Swedish dish of pickled herring, often flavored with a variety of seasonings such as onions, dill, and mustard. It is a staple of Swedish cuisine, especially popular during festive occasions like Midsummer and Christmas, symbolizing the importance of preserved fish in Nordic food culture.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1 medium, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
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Swedish
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Pickling herring has roots in medieval Scandinavia as a preservation method to store fish through long winters and was integral to coastal Swedish diets for centuries.
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