Sledz w Oleju (Polish Herrings)

Ingredients

• Herring
• Onion
• Olive Oil
• Allspice
• Pepper
• Bay Leaf

Steps

1. 1Soak herring in cold water for at least 1 hour. If very salty, repeat, changing the water each time.
2. 2Drain thoroughly and slice herring into bite-size pieces.
3. 3Place in a jar large enough to accommodate the pieces and cover with oil, allspice, peppercorns, and bay leaf. Close the jar.
4. 4Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days before eating. This will keep refrigerated up to 2 weeks.
5. 5Serve with finely chopped onion or onion slices, lemon, and parsley or dill.