Budget Lithuanian forshmak: what kind of fish is used
In Ukraine, forshmak is traditionally made from herring. But if you're looking for a new and exciting flavor of this dish, you should try the Lithuanian version. Its main ingredient is smoked mackerel. It gives the dish a pleasant spicy flavor and a wonderful aroma.
The idea of cooking real Lithuanian forsmak is published on chef.stepanova's Instagram page.
Recipe for hearty Lithuanian mackerel forshmak
Source: Screenshot of chef.stepanova's Instagram post
Ingredients:
- hot smoked mackerel - 1 pc
- boiled eggs - 1 pc
- medium apple - 1 pc
- mustard
- lemon juice
- spices
- greens, oil and vegetables for serving
Mackerel for the dish
Method of preparation:
1. Clean the mackerel and make fillet.
2. Put the egg, apple, fish, mustard and lemon juice in a blender bowl.
Apples for the dish
3. Beat everything to make the mass homogeneous.
4. Season with spices to bring out the flavor.
Beating the ingredients
5. Leave for a few hours to cool.
6. Garnish with seasonal herbs, vegetables and olive oil.
7. Serve with croutons and toast.
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