How to clean herring in 1 minute: a simple trick

Herring is a budget-friendly yet healthy fish that can be used to make sandwiches, salads, and spreads.

The FoodOboz editorial team shares a life hack on how to clean herring in 1 minute without damaging the fillet.

How to properly and quickly clean herring:

1. Cut off the head and cut open the belly. Take out everything inside. Wash the herring under cold water.

2. Pull out the ribs and backbone with your index finger. First pull from one side, then from the other, so that the backbone is completely removed.

3. Cut off the tail. There may be a few bones in the tail that can be easily removed. Use a knife to remove the black film and fins. Now carefully use your fingers to tear the skin off the herring. It is at the end that it is most convenient to remove the skin.

Tips:

1. You can freeze the herring to make it easier to peel.

2. If you want the fish to be whole, you can remove the backbone only and leave the ribs.

You can also find more recipes on OBOZ.UA:

• Herring in mustard sauce
• Pickled herring with vegetables
• Appetizer with potatoes, herring and onions