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Forshmak from canned fish

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Number of servings: 4Cooking time: 45 minDifficulty: EasyMeal: Lunch

Forshmak is a unique dish of traditional Ukrainian cuisine with a rich flavour. This recipe comes from Jewish culinary tradition and is known for its tenderness and harmony. Each family has its own variations, giving Forshmak an endless variety of flavours and textures.


Variations

Forshmak can be prepared in different ways: from the classic recipe with herring to modern interpretations with apples or even cheese. This allows you to constantly discover new flavours.


Secrets of tenderness and taste

The main components are carefully selected ingredients. One of the key features of Forshmak is the balance between the saltiness of herring, the acidity of apples and the creamy tenderness of butter.


Tips on ingredients

Choose high-quality herring for a fresh and rich flavour. Sweet and sour apples and high-quality butter will emphasise the harmony of the dish.


Small culinary nuances

Be sure to taste the dish before serving and add lemon juice or spices as needed for optimal flavour.

Ingredients

Banga Matthias Herring Fillet in Oil 180g

250–300 g

Symyrenka Apple

2 pcs

Molokija Selianske Sweet Cream Butter 73% 180g

100 g

Onion

1 pc

Chicken Egg С1 1pc

2–3 pcs

Lemon

juse 1-2 tbsp

Pripravka ground black pepper 20g

to taste

Moryachka Natural Food Sea Salt 500g

to taste

Preparation steps

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Preparation of canned herring Open the can, drain off excess oil (leave 1–2 tablespoons for a tender texture). Check the fillets for bones and cut into pieces. ⏱ 5 min. Guideline: clean fillets without large pieces of skin or bones.

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Preparing the other ingredients Peel and core the apple, then dice or grate it. Finely chop the onion. Peel and coarsely chop the eggs. ⏱ 7 min. Guideline: all ingredients are ready for grinding.

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Blending the forshmak Combine the herring, apple, onion, eggs and softened butter. Blend in a blender or meat grinder until you have a paste-like, but not ‘rubbery’ texture. Add lemon juice and pepper. ⏱ 3–5 min. Guideline: a delicate, creamy pâté with a light texture.

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Cooling and stabilising the flavour Transfer the forshmak to a container and chill in the refrigerator. ⏱ 20–30 min. Guideline: balanced flavour, denser texture.

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Tip Forshmak tastes best on black rye bread, croutons or toast.

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