Herring and Mushrooms

Plump herring hold a special place in the hearts of Ukrainians. This fish is often teamed with Ukrainian favorites such as sour cream, wild mushrooms, pickles, and robust sauces and is prepared in many ways all year long.

Combined with mushrooms, this herring dish, although good on any day, often appears on the Christmas Eve table—where the cream is omitted and oil replaces the butter. It is delicious served with sauerkraut varenyky or