What is
Rollmops, Celeriac & Green Sauce?

Rollmops are pickled herring fillets wrapped around a savory filling, often a piece of pickled vegetable or onion, and secured with a toothpick. This dish combines rollmops with celeriac and a vibrant green sauce.

Origins & History

Rollmops originated in Germany and are a traditional part of Northern European cuisine. They are often served as a snack, appetizer, or as part of a buffet. Celeriac, also known as celery root, is used in European cuisines for its unique flavor and texture. Green sauce can vary widely, but often includes ingredients like herbs, vinegar, and oil, drawing inspiration from various European green sauce recipes.

Taste & Texture

The dish has a tangy and slightly pickled flavor from the rollmops, a mild, nutty taste from the celeriac, and a fresh, herbaceous note from the green sauce.

Ingredients

Rollmops

Pickled herring fillets wrapped around a filling, typically including onion or pickles.

Celeriac

A root vegetable with a flavor reminiscent of celery.

Green Sauce

A sauce made from herbs, such as parsley and chives, vinegar, and sometimes other ingredients like capers or anchovies, offering a fresh and tangy flavor.