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Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 338kcal 16%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Carbohydrates 23g 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 10g 20%
Protein 23g 46%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 1,300mg 54%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Jamaican Pickled Herring

Name: Jamaican Pickled Herring
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 to 1 1/2 pounds (450-680g) package salted dried boneless red herring fillets (see notes); 1/2 medium chayote (about 4 ounces; 113g), julienned; 1/2 medium yellow onion (4 ounces; 113g), thinly sliced; 1 medium carrot (4 ounces; 113g), julienned; 1/2 cup (120ml) white cane vinegar, such as Grace brand, or distilled white vinegar; 1/4 cup (15ml) extra-virgin olive oil (optional; see notes); 2 tablespoons (30ml) aged rum, such as Kingston 62 Gold or Appleton Signature (optional; see notes); 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems (optional; see notes); 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced; Kosher or sea salt, as needed; Jamaican water crackers (such as Excelsior) or cream crackers, for serving; Sliced avocado, for serving (optional)

Prep 20m

Total 20m

This Jamaican Pickled Herring recipe combines salted dried red herring with chayote, onion, and carrots in a tangy pickling liquid. Optional additions of olive oil, rum, and cilantro add extra flavor, while sliced Scotch bonnet pepper provides a spicy kick. Serve with Jamaican water or cream crackers, and avocado if desired.