Source: nephrocare.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of an appetizer of German origin prepared with herring, pickled cucumbers, onion, mustard, capers, vinegar, white wine, bay leaf, cloves, pepper

Ingredients

For 6 people

6 salted herrings

2 large pickled cucumbers

1 large onion

2 teaspoons hot mustard

1 tablespoon capers

250 ml (8.5 fl oz) vinegar

200 ml (6.8 fl oz) dry white wine

3 bay leaves

3 whole cloves

5 whole black peppercorns

2 onions, sliced into rings

Method

Put the salted herring in the water overnight.

The next day, dry them and remove the bones.

Cut the pickled cucumbers and onion into thin slices.

Cover the inside of the fish fillet with mustard, add the cucumber and onion slices together with the capers and roll up the herring, closing the roll with a toothpick.

Pour the vinegar and white wine into a saucepan

Add the bay leaves, cloves and peppercorns

Bring to a boil and leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

Transfer the Rollmops to a pot with a lid, cover them with the onion rings and pour the cold liquid over them.

Let them flavor for at least three days.

Serve them open or rolled, as you prefer.

Allergens

Wine vinegar: presence of sulphites

Laurel: possible individual allergy

Herring: fish products included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Capers: ability to counteract the symptoms of allergies

Cucumber: cases of individual intolerance described

Cloves: possible, albeit rare, cases of allergy

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Mustard: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Wine: presence of sulphites included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

Wine that can also be used in the recipe for children as the alcohol evaporates during cooking but the aroma remains

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Wine vinegar: it is rich in grape polyphenols which make it an antioxidant food capable of strengthening the immune system, fighting the harmful action of free radicals, but also keeping blood sugar levels under control thanks to the presence of acetic acid and reducing blood pressure.

Laurel: leaves and berries have diuretic properties, the leaves are rich in vitamin C favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system, minerals favorable to the production of red blood cells and the functioning of the cardiovascular system

Herring: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids and has a high content of omega 3 fatty acids, which inhibit platelet aggregation (cardiovascular risk factor). Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of zinc, selenium and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Essential fatty acids, such as omega 3 and 6, have an antidepressant effect and maintain efficient nervous system and memory.

Capers: source of antioxidants capable of supporting the immune system, of rutin that strengthens capillaries and inhibits the formation of platelet aggregates, promoting the functionality of the cardiovascular system.

Cucumber: Favorable to kidney function and stone prevention; also favorable to liver function. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Cloves: rich in antioxidants that can strengthen the immune system

Onion: it is rich in selenium which supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; it provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also indicated for nephropathic patients, it is a good diuretic that prevents kidney stones. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Mustard: able to strengthen the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients

White wine: (moderate consumption) counteracts bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke and has a purifying and detoxifying activity favorable to the proper functioning of the liver

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss

Not recommended in case of:

• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity) with regard to acidity