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.