Pickled Herring

Directions

1. 1
   Wash herrings thoroughly and soak in cold water for 12 hours, changing water twice.
2. 2
   Remove the head, tail and entrails; save the milt.
3. 3
   Remove the skin and bones.
4. 4
   Rinse the fillets well and drain.
5. 5
   Cut each fillet into 4 to 5 pieces.
6. 6
   Put the milt through a sieve; combine with oil.
7. 7
   Boil vinegar, water, peppercorns and bay leaves for 10 minutes; cool.
8. 8
   Blend with milt mixture; place in jar.
9. 9
   Cover tightly and let stand for 1 day.
10. 10
    Arrange attractively, garnish with chopped parsley or chives.