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Herring
Herring is an oily fish high in omega 3, and has a smooth, slender body. The skin is silvery with hints of green and blue. Herring are great grilled, baked whole, or pickled, and benefit from a sharp sauce. Herrings are most popular in their various smoked (known as kippers) and cured forms.
Adapted from Love Seafood
Distribution
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Seafood type:
Fish![](https://discoverseafood.uk/wp-content/themes/Fish-On-Friday/images/Fishy_facts_icons/Seasonality.png)
Best during:
July - September![](https://discoverseafood.uk/wp-content/themes/Fish-On-Friday/images/Fishy_facts_icons/Cooking_recommendations.png)
Cooking recommendations:
Grill, bake, smoke or pickle![](https://discoverseafood.uk/wp-content/themes/Fish-On-Friday/images/Fishy_facts_icons/Nearest_alternative.png)