Herring fillet "Mathias" has a particularly rich taste and aroma. Herring fillets are best served with fresh onions or garnished with young boiled potatoes or mashed potatoes.
Herring is one of the very best food sources of vitamin D. There seems to be more to vitamin D than strong teeth and bones. Ready to serve and eat, these herring fillets are conveniently packed into a glass jar that can be resealed and refrigerated. Matjes herring is traditionally served with boiled potatoes, sour cream, chopped chives, crisp bread and schnapps. Boiled eggs are popular together with this dish that is most traditionally served on special occasions and it is an essential dish in any Scandinavian buffet.