The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2455 — Potatoes with Herring or Anchovies
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2455 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Cut 2–3 pounds of cooked, peeled potatoes into slices. Soak 2 herrings, or take 6 anchovies, remove the bones and chop finely. Fry 1–2 finely chopped onions in 3–4 tablespoons of oil, combine with the herring and potatoes and sprinkle with a little ground allspice and black pepper. Scatter grated bread roll over the top, sprinkle with oil and put in the oven to brown.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2455. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.