The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 4074 — Pickled Vendace
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 4074 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Clean and wash vendace, salt and wipe dry.
Place on a thoroughly cleaned cooking surface and fry one side, then turn and fry the other.
Pack into a jar and cover with the vinegar described in recipe No. 3575.
Historical editorial note: The historic vinegar marinade is not a validated shelf-stable fish preservation method.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 4074. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.