Matjes Herring with Red Onion and Dill Recipe

Matjes Herring with Red Onion and Dill Recipe

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