Can I use a different fish if I can't find matjes herring?
Smoked mackerel or canned sardines work, though they'll taste different. Matjes has a specific mild brine flavor that's hard to replicate—check Eastern European or Scandinavian markets.
German · lunch
Fischbrötchen
#german#sandwich#no-cook#quick#coastal
10m
Total time
2
Servings
—
kcal
easy
Difficulty
Apr 14, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
2
Meat
- 4 fillets Matjes herring fillets (oil-packed)
Pantry
- 2 rolls Crusty bread rolls
- 2 pickles Gherkins
- 50 ml Remoulade sauce
Produce
- 0.5 onion Red onion
- 5 g Fresh dill
THE METHOD.
tap to check off
0/5 done
FAQ · Things people ask
About this recipe.
Should I rinse the herring before using it?
Only if it's very salty. Taste a small piece first—most oil-packed matjes are balanced and don't need rinsing.
What if I don't have remoulade?
Mix 50 ml mayo with 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp minced pickle, and a squeeze of lemon. It won't be authentic, but it's close.
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