Homemade Sprats from Baltic Sprat
Description
The recipe won't take much time. The recipe for homemade sprats made from sprat is very simple, and even a beginner cook can handle it. Follow the recipe, and the dish will delight you with its flavor. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
Steep the tea leaves with boiling water. Set aside.
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Step 3
Wash the kilka. Remove the heads and innards.
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Step 4
Take a sauté pan or a heavy-bottomed pot. Crumble 1 bay leaf on the bottom, and add half of the specified amount of pepper and cloves.
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Step 5
Strain the brewed tea. Add sugar and salt. Stir.
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Step 6
Place the prepared sprats in a sauté pan or pot. On top, crumble the second bay leaf and add the second half of the pepper and cloves. Pour in the tea and vegetable oil. Place over heat. As soon as everything comes to a boil, reduce to the lowest heat and simmer for 1 hour 10 minutes. Do not stir! You can gently shake the pot.
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Step 7
When the time is up, remove the finished sprats from the heat. Leave under a closed lid for 3 hours at room temperature.
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Step 8
After the specified time, divide among jars or plastic containers. Refrigerate. Chill completely. Then serve.
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Step 9
Serve immediately or slightly chilled.