Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 10 to 12 Servings

　　10 pickled matjes herring fillets (about 1 1/2 pounds)

　　2 medium red onions, chopped fine

　　1 cup finely chopped fresh dill sprigs

　　1/4 cup red-wine vinegar

　　freshly ground black pepper to taste

　　1/2 cup vegetable oil

　　Accompaniment: boiled small potatoes (preferably new)

　　

Step 1

Rinse herring under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut fillets crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces.

　　

Step 2

In a 1-quart glass or ceramic crock or bowl arrange some herring in one layer. Top herring with a layer of some onions and sprinkle with some dill. Layer remaining herring, onions, and dill in same manner.

　　

Step 3

In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, pepper, and salt to taste and add oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified. Pour dressing over herring mixture. Chill herring mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, at least 8 hours and up to 2 days.

　　

Step 4

Serve herring with potatoes.