Diplomats’ herring fillets in tomato sauce are pleasantly old-school in the best possible way: firm, flavoursome herring with a gentle smokiness, wrapped in a bright, slightly sweet tomato sauce that tastes clean rather than sugary. The fish holds its texture beautifully, and the tomato adds lift and richness without overwhelming. It’s comforting, unfussy, and exactly the kind of tin that reminds you why tomato and herring are such a timeless pairing.
Serving suggestion: Serve on buttered rye bread with thinly sliced red onion and a few dill sprigs. Also excellent warmed and spooned over boiled potatoes with a dash of mustard or horseradish cream.
Drink match: A crisp, malty Kölsch or a Vienna lager is the perfect partner—light enough for the tomato, but with enough body to stand up to the herring. If you prefer wine, go for a dry German Riesling.
 
Diplomats Tinned Fish: Baltic Excellence in Every Tin
Diplomats Tinned Fish is a producer known for delivering high-quality, flavourful seafood from the Baltic region. With a focus on traditional smoking, curing, and preservation methods, Diplomats offers a diverse range of sprats, sardines, herring, and salmon, each carefully prepared to highlight the natural richness of the fish. Whether lightly smoked, fried, or infused with bold sauces, these tins capture the essence of the Baltic Sea’s long-standing seafood traditions.