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Red pickled herring is a beloved traditional Jamaican dish, known for its bold, salty flavor and simplicity. It's often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or brunch, served with ground provisions like yam, dumplings, plantain, and green bananas. This easy recipe brings the authentic taste of Jamaica right to your kitchen!

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

5 minutes

Total Time:

20 minutes

Servings:

2–3 people


red herring

Ingredients:

  • ½ lb. red (pickled) herring

  • 1 large tomato, chopped

  • ½ Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons ketchup (optional)

  • 1–2 tablespoons cooking oil

Method:

  1. Soak the Herring:
    Place the red herring in warm water and soak for about 10 minutes. Discard the water.

  2. Clean the Herring:
    Remove the head, skin, and some of the bones. Flake the herring into small pieces with your hands.

  3. Cook the Seasonings:
    Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the chopped onion, tomato, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Sprinkle in the black pepper.

  4. Add Herring:
    Stir everything together and add the flaked herring to the pan. Add ketchup if using (optional).

  5. Simmer:
    Cover the saucepan and allow everything to simmer for about 1 minute. Remove from heat.


red herring

Serve hot with boiled dumplings, yam, ripe plantain, or cooked green bananas.

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