Pickled Herring

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the fillets in a bowl of cold water in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
2. 2
   Change water twice.
3. 3
   To make the pickling solution, combine water, vinegar, seasonings and sugar in a saucepan; bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Stir to dissolve sugar; let cool.
5. 5
   Rinse the fillets with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
6. 6
   Cut fish in 1-inch pieces removing bones.
7. 7
   Peel and slice onion.
8. 8
   Separate slices into rings.
9. 9
   Arrange herring and onion rings in alternate layers in sterilized jars.
10. 10
    Cover with pickling solution and cap.
11. 11
    Refrigerate at least 3 days before serving.
12. 12
    The herring will keep up to 3 weeks refrigerated.