Inlagd Sill - Scandinavian Pickled Herring

• salted herrings↗2
• vinegar↗2⁄3 cup
• white pepper1⁄2 teaspoon
• sugar↗2 tablespoons
• peppercorns, crushed↗5
• onions, minced↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Soak herring overnight.

2. 2

   Drain; skin and remove all bones.

3. 3

   Mix vinegar, pepper, sugar, crushed peppercorns and pour over herring.

4. 4

   If the vinegar is very strong, dilute with water.

5. 5

   Let stand for a few hours.

6. 6

   When serving, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips diagonally across fish and arrange on a dish to look like a whole fillet.

7. 7

   Garnish with minced onion.