Sledz w Oleju (Polish Herrings)

Instructions

1- Soak herring in cold water for at least 1 hour.

2- If very salty, repeat, changing the water each time.

3- Drain thoroughly and slice herring into bite-size pieces.

4- Place in a jar large enough to accommodate the pieces and cover with oil, allspice, peppercorns, and bay leaf.

5- Close the jar.

6- Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days before eating.

7- This will keep refrigerated up to 2 weeks.

8- Serve with finely chopped onion or onion slices, lemon, and parsley or dill.