This Slow-Cooked Herring with Ground Lamb recipe showcases the amazing flavor of quality animal foods. A perfect carnivore diet meal.
Introduction
What makes this Slow-Cooked Herring with Ground Lamb truly special? Herring has been a staple in Nordic diets for centuries due to its rich flavor and nutrient profile, while the Slow-Cooked cooking method transforms even tough cuts into tender, flavorful dishes by breaking down collagen over many hours. 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: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 453 minutes
- Total Time: 468 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Ingredients
- 24 oz Herring
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 2 tsp Oregano
Instructions
- Take Herring out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
- Season Herring generously with Oregano.
- Add Herring to a slow cooker.
- Add enough water or bone broth to partially cover the meat.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- Cook Ground Lamb separately using the same method, or add it during the last 7 minutes of cooking time.
- Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally with additional Butter on top.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 630
- Protein: 54g
- Fat: 46g
- Carbs: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Cholesterol: 187mg
- Sodium: 516mg