Grilled herrings with mustard & basil dressing
By CJ Jackson
Herring flesh has a delicate flavour that works well with many fresh herbs, particularly basil
- Prep:5 mins
Cook:8 mins
- Serves 4
- Easy
Nutrition per serving
- kcal 258
- fat 22g
- saturates 3g
- carbs 2g
- sugars 1g
- fibre 1g
- protein 14g
- salt 0.54g
Ingredients
- 4 x 75g/3oz herring fillets or 4 x 225g/8oz herrings, gutted
- 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- large bunch basil, roughly torn
- 1 tsp clear honey
- 1 lemon, grated zest and juice
Method
Heat grill to its highest setting. Rinse the fish under running cold water to dislodge any loose scales. Brush with a little of the oil and season lightly. Grill for 6-8 mins, or until cooked; the eye should be white, the skin well browned and the flesh firm and opaque.
Meanwhile, make the dressing: whisk the mustard, basil, honey, lemon zest and juice and remaining oil together in a small bowl, and season. Once the fish is cooked, spoon the dressing over and serve.