Kalalaatikko
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. The name comes from two words: fish (kala) and box (laatikko). The reason is that the dish used to be baked in rectangular pans. Kalalaatikko is very simple to make. The taste of the baked herring is no different from regular ocean fish. It's filling, calorie-rich, and delicious. The finished dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Thaw the frozen herring. Remove the head and fins. Cut it in half lengthwise and remove the backbone. Take out the large bones. You should end up with two fillets.
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Step 3
Peel the potatoes, wash them, and slice into rounds. Place half of the potatoes into a baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 4
Cut the herring fillet into small pieces and place on top of the potato layer. Lightly season with salt.
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Step 5
Peel the onion, wash it, and slice into rings or half-rings. Place on top of the layer of herring.
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Step 6
Cover the onion with a layer of the remaining potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Step 7
Prepare the filling for kalaletikko. Break the eggs into a bowl.
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Step 8
Pour half a glass of milk.
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Step 9
Combine the second half of the milk with the flour and mix thoroughly to avoid lumps. Add to the bowl, season with a little salt, and mix well again.
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Step 10
Pour the prepared mixture over the potatoes with onions and herring.
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Step 11
Bake the dish in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 50-60 minutes.
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Step 12
Kalalaatikko is ready. Serve hot.