Pickled Herring

1. 1

   Put some salt in bottom of small bowl.

2. 2

   Place fish skin down.

3. 3

   Continue layering fish and salt finishing with a layer of salt.

4. 4

   Put weight (dish or plate) on top and refrigerate for 4 to 5 days.

5. 5

   Wash herring well and skin.

6. 6

   Soak in cold water 1 hour, changing 3 to 4 times.

7. 7

   Cut in 1-inch pieces.

8. 8

   Drain and pat dry.

9. 9

   Boil 3 tablespoons water with 1 teaspoon allspice.

10. 10

    Add sugar, vinegar, bay leaves and pepper.

11. 11

    Mix until sugar is dissolved.

12. 12

    In a one quart jar put 2 cups pickling solution, some onions and herring pieces, laying them and topping with onions.

13. 13

    Fill to top with solution.

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    Keep in tightly closed jar in refrigerator 2 to 3 days until ready to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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