A nutrient-rich Braised Herring recipe perfect for the carnivore diet. High in protein and healthy animal fats.
Introduction
What makes this Braised Herring truly special? Herring has been a staple in Nordic diets for centuries due to its rich flavor and nutrient profile, while the Braised cooking method uses a combination of dry and moist heat to create fork-tender meat with concentrated flavors. This recipe celebrates the natural richness of animal foods without needing any plant-based additions. Whether you’re new to the carnivore diet or a seasoned pro, this recipe demonstrates how satisfying animal-based eating can be.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 14 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 49 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Ingredients
- 18 oz Herring
- 4 oz Chicken Hearts
- 1 tbsp Lard
- 1 tsp Oregano
Instructions
- Take Herring out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
- Season Herring generously with Oregano.
- Heat Lard in a suitable pan or cooking vessel.
- Cook Herring using the Braised method until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally with additional Lard on top.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 662
- Protein: 53g
- Fat: 50g
- Carbs: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 158mg
- Sodium: 368mg