Herring

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Published 2025

Type: Fat.
Characteristics: Small, full-flavored, oily fish. Most herring sold to food-service and retail establishments are pickled or smoked rather than fresh, but fresh herring are sometimes available. Smoked herring are sometimes called kippers. Fresh herring are excellent butterflied or left whole and grilled. Because of their high fat content, they do not keep well, so they should be checked carefully for freshness when purchased.
Weight: Up to 8 oz (240 g).