ASSORTMENT

RÖDA ULVEN HALF-CAN

Experience the classic taste of fermented herring with Röda Ulven 1/2. This can contains whole fermented herring, perfect for traditional fermented herring feasts, where every bite is a journey through Swedish cultural heritage.

RÖDA ULVEN QUARTER-CAN

For a more manageable and simple experience, try Röda Ulven quarter-can. This can offers a smaller portion of whole fermented herrings, ideal for smaller gatherings or for those who want to enjoy the unique taste of fermented herring in smaller servings.

RÖDA ULVEN FILLET

Röda Ulven Fillet gives you the pure taste of fermented herring without bones. Perfect for those who want a more convenient and quicker serving, without compromising the authentic taste of this Swedish delicacy.

WHY IS IT CALLED FERMENTED HERRING?

HOW TO OPEN A FERMENTED HERRING CAN

A lactic acid enzyme in the fish’s backbone becomes active if the right conditions, salt and temperature, are favorable. The fish begins to ferment, producing lactic acid and various amino acids. The acids have an antibiotic effect. The amino acids are flavor components. The product becomes soured herring, syrströmming, later called suring or fermented herring. It is a lean delicacy with vitamin D. Fermented food retains much of its vitamin content.

Keep the can refrigerated, if possible until the minute before opening. Hold the can firmly with a napkin or dish towel and tilt it at a 45-degree angle. Puncture the upper edge with a can opener. In this way, you avoid the brine being forced out due to the pressure inside the can.

RÖDA ULVEN HALF-CAN

Experience the classic taste of fermented herring with Röda Ulven 1/2. This can contains whole fermented herring, perfect for traditional fermented herring feasts, where every bite is a journey through Swedish cultural heritage.

RÖDA ULVEN QUARTER-CAN

For a more manageable and simple experience, try Röda Ulven quarter-can. This can offers a smaller portion of whole fermented herrings, ideal for smaller gatherings or for those who want to enjoy the unique taste of fermented herring in smaller servings.

RÖDA ULVEN FILLET

Röda Ulven Fillet gives you the pure taste of fermented herring without bones. Perfect for those who want a more convenient and quicker serving, without compromising the authentic taste of this Swedish delicacy.

WHY IS IT CALLED FERMENTED HERRING?

A lactic acid enzyme in the fish’s backbone becomes active if the right conditions, salt and temperature, are favorable. The fish begins to ferment, producing lactic acid and various amino acids. The acids have an antibiotic effect. The amino acids are flavor components. The product becomes soured herring, syrströmming, later called suring or fermented herring. It is a lean delicacy with vitamin D. Fermented food retains much of its vitamin content.

HOW TO OPEN A FERMENTED HERRING CAN

Keep the can refrigerated, if possible until the minute before opening. Hold the can firmly with a napkin or dish towel and tilt it at a 45-degree angle. Puncture the upper edge with a can opener. In this way, you avoid the brine being forced out due to the pressure inside the can.

HOW TO CLEAN FERMENTED HERRING

Cleaning the fish is a ritual in itself that should be allowed to take time.

Whole fermented herring is cleaned of entrails and backbone, while fillets can be eaten as they are. The skin is edible, but many prefer to remove it. Place the whole herring with the skin side up and spread it open on the plate. Press with a fork so it becomes flat like a flounder. Then turn the fish over and remove the backbone. Don’t forget to save any roe, which is considered the finest part of the fermented herring.

Jacob Holmström

HERE AT GÖSTA HANNELL’S FISH SALTERY WE SHOW YOU HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FERMENTED HERRING AND HOW TO MAKE A KLÄMMA (TRADITIONAL SANDWICH)

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE TASTE DIFFERS GREATLY FROM THE SMELL?

“AN ACQUAINTANCE THAT IMPROVES OVER TIME, EVERYTHING MUST TAKE ITS TIME – AS WITH STRONG PERSONALITIES”

Professor and Count Carl Thore Mörner, 1895

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE TASTE DIFFERS GREATLY FROM THE SMELL?

“AN ACQUAINTANCE THAT IMPROVES OVER TIME, EVERYTHING MUST TAKE ITS TIME – AS WITH STRONG PERSONALITIES”

Professor and Count Carl Thore Mörner, 1895

OUR BEST RECIPES

BASIC RECIPE

Fermented herring is taken directly from the can and eaten with accompaniments.

THE SALTERS RECOMMEND

JOHAN BERLIN’S OPEN SANDWICH WITH WHOLE FERMENTED HERRING

Learn how to make Johan Berlin’s open sandwich with whole fermented herring.

THE SALTERS RECOMMEND

ANDRÉ HÄGGLUND’S OPEN SANDWICH WITH APPLESAUCE

Learn how to make André Hägglund’s open fermented herring sandwich with applesauce and Västerbotten cheese.

THE SALTERS RECOMMEND

LINUS BERLIN’S OPEN SANDWICH WITH GREVÉ CHEESE

Learn how to make Linus Berlin’s open fermented herring sandwich with Grevé cheese.

FORMER PRODUCTION MANAGER

Lootus Mäepeas

Learn how to make fermented herring à la Lootus Mäepeas.

SALTER ANDRÉ’S MOTHER

FERMENTED HERRING CASSEROLE À LA HELÉN HÄGGLUND

Learn how to make fermented herring casserole in Helén Hägglund’s way.

ULVEN’S OWN RECIPE

RÖDA ULVEN’S FERMENTED HERRING GRATIN

Learn how to make Röda Ulven’s fermented herring gratin.

JACOB HOLMSTRÖM

JACOB HOLMSTRÖM’S “THREE OF A KIND IN FISH”

Learn how to make Jacob’s three recipes