Pickled Herring Recipes 3 Ways

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1. 1Step 1: Drain the herring and remove any bits of vegetables or spices.
2. 2Step 2: Mix the crème fraîche, mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice together in a large bowl. Add the curry powder and most of the chives, then fold through the herring.
3. 3Step 3: Refrigerate for a few hours, then serve topped with the remaining chives and red onion.
4. 4Step 4: Heat the oil in a pan and lightly fry the leek for a few minutes, until just starting to wilt but still retaining all of its color. Spread the leek out onto a plate to cool completely.
5. 5Step 5: Mix the crème fraîche, mayonnaise, leek, chopped apples and parsley together in a large bowl. Stir in the apple juice and season with salt and pepper. Drain the herring, discarding any bits of carrot, onion, spices, etc.
6. 6Step 6: Add to the sauce, then refrigerate for a few hours, or overnight, before serving sprinkled with dill and the apple matchsticks.
7. 7Step 7: Set a sieve over a wide jug or bowl and drain the herring, reserving the pickling liquid.
8. 8Step 8: Use a sharp knife to peel the orange, avoiding the bitter white pith. Finely chop the peel and add to the liquid. Squeeze the orange and add the juice to the liquid with the grated ginger. Remove the herring from the sieve, avoiding any bits of vegetable or herbs and add the fish to the pickling liquid.
9. 9Step 9: Refrigerate for a few hours and then serve sprinkled with the fresh herbs.