Recipes for Smoked Herring Fillets Kippers Commercially Canned Unopened

Safe ways to use smoked herring fillets kippers commercially canned unopened past its expiration date

Smoked Herring Salad with Lemon-Dill Dressing

Smoked Herring Salad with Lemon-Dill Dressing

A refreshing salad that uses expired smoked herring fillets to reduce food waste. The herring fillets are safe to consume within 365 days after the expiration date.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cans of expired smoked herring fillets (kippers)
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the expired smoked herring fillets.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber, red onion, and chopped dill.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the smoked herring fillets to the salad bowl and drizzle the lemon-dill dressing over the top.
  5. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
  6. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  7. Serve the smoked herring salad immediately and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Smoked Herring Kippers Chowder

Smoked Herring Kippers Chowder

A hearty and flavorful chowder made with smoked herring fillets kippers. This recipe is a great way to use up commercially canned smoked herring fillets that are slightly past expiration but still safe to eat.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
35 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 can of smoked herring fillets kippers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. While the potatoes are cooking, remove the smoked herring fillets kippers from the can and flake them into small pieces, discarding any bones.
  6. Once the potatoes are tender, add the flaked smoked herring fillets kippers to the pot along with the milk and dried thyme.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  9. Serve the smoked herring kippers chowder hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Smoked Herring Pasta Carbonara

Smoked Herring Pasta Carbonara

A delicious pasta dish that utilizes expired smoked herring fillets to minimize food waste. The herring fillets are safe to consume within 365 days after the expiration date.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cans of expired smoked herring fillets (kippers)
  • 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Drain and rinse the expired smoked herring fillets, then flake them into small pieces.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the garlic and toss to coat the pasta with the oil.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and quickly pour in the egg mixture, stirring continuously to create a creamy sauce.
  7. Add the flaked smoked herring fillets to the skillet and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
  8. Return the skillet to low heat and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Serve the smoked herring pasta carbonara immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  10. Enjoy while it's hot!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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