by Jennifer Mcdonald

Created on: April 20, 2009

Pickled herring, which is also known as red herring is definitely good for you. This fish and the pickling technique has been a staple food in older cultures since 3000 B.C.

Herring is a seafood; and as member of this group it is one of the types of food that is recommended for a healthy lifestyle. Some people might have concerns about this fish because it is mostly served in its pickled form. Pickling does not diminish the nutritional value of the fish. This technique which has been used to preserve meat, fruits. and vegetables may also improve the nutritional value of the herring. This technique introduces B Vitamins into the fish.

The B vitamins are a complex group of vitamins that are mostly found in different food items. Pickled herring has more than one of these B vitamins which makes it an important source for the B Complex Vitamins. People who are trying to lose weight and need to accelerate the rate of their metabolism can do so by adding pickled herring to their diet. The metabolism rate will be increased because of the presence of the B Vitamins. Dieters will be pleased to hear that pickled fish also help to maintain and support good muscle tone. Other benefits also include a healthy skin, lower cholesterol, and it also makes for a healthy prostate. The benefits of adding red herring to your menus are quite obvious.

The nutritional values of this fish is not the only reason to add it to your diet. Red Herring can make very tasty dishes. The Japanese, the Dutch, the Europeans, the Caribbean the Mediterraneans all use pickled herring as a part of their cuisines. The corning of the fish gives it a flavor which makes the fish taste like game. In some regions, the pickled herring is known as the two eyed steak.

The red herring is often paired with vegetables when it is being served. It is often used in small amounts to flavor salads. It is not served in large quantities where the sodium content is too much. It contains a moderate amount of fat, and a 3oz serving size has 170 calories. The taste can be spicy, and it smells like smoked meat with a hint of vinegar. It is easy to add red herring to your menus because it pairs well with most vegetables. It tastes delicious with avocados, and a quick salad can be made with head lettuce and tomatoes. It is not necessary to use a salad dressing with red herring because the flavor is so potent. If you must have a salad dressing, use a light one. Also soak the fish in some cold water to remove some of the salt.

Anyone who wants to eat healthy can eat the pickled herring with the confidence of knowing that they are making the right choice for a healthier life. If you are interested in a healthier you; pickled herring is available in seafood stores, groceries stores and delis all year long.

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