Chicken salad "Capercaillie's nest"

6 servings

30 minutes

The 'Capercaillie Nest' salad is a true masterpiece of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity and sophistication. The dish's name is inspired by its unique presentation—tender chicken fibers, crispy potato straws, and greens form a 'nest' with quail eggs in the center symbolizing a clutch. This dish captivates not only with its appearance but also with its rich flavors—juicy chicken breast, fresh cucumbers, and airy whites are harmoniously complemented by the spicy note of onion and the creamy softness of mayonnaise. Light yet filling, this salad is perfect for both festive tables and cozy family dinners. It highlights traditional Russian hospitality and the art of food decoration, creating an atmosphere of comfort and celebration.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 575.3
• Proteins: 29.9g
• Fats: 41.7g
• Carbohydrates: 20.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
• Chicken egg: 5 pc
• Potato: 500 g
• Onion: 100 g
• Cucumbers: 250 g
• Green: 200 g
• Salt: to taste
• Mayonnaise: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 200 ml
• Quail egg: 4 pc

Cooking steps

1. Boil the chicken fillet until cooked (about 20 minutes after boiling). Let it cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast fillet: 500 g

2. Finely chop the chicken breast.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast fillet: 500 g

3. Finely chop the onion. Pour boiling water over it. Leave for 10 minutes (this is done to prevent the onion from being bitter). Then drain the water. Rinse the onion in cold water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 100 g

4. Peel the potatoes. Grate them on a grater for Korean carrots or cut into thin strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 500 g

5. Fry the potatoes in a large amount of vegetable oil. To prevent the potatoes from sticking together, I recommend frying them in small batches.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 200 ml

6. Cut the cucumbers into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 250 g

7. Separate the whites from the yolks. Grate the whites on a fine grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 5 piece

8. Chop the greens finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green: 200 g

9. Mix potatoes (leave some for garnish), cucumbers, fillet, egg whites, and onion. Salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 500 g
   • Cucumbers: 250 g
   • Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
   • Chicken egg: 5 piece
   • Onion: 100 g
   • Salt:  to taste

10. Fill with mayonnaise.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mayonnaise:  to taste

11. Put in a salad bowl.

12. Sprinkle with finely chopped greens. Make a depression. Arrange the potatoes in a circle.

    Required ingredients:

    • Green: 200 g
    • Potato: 500 g

13. Place boiled and peeled quail eggs in the indentation.

    Required ingredients:

    • Quail egg: 4 pieces

14. If there are no quail eggs, you can make egg decorations for this salad from yolks. For this, they need to be mixed with mayonnaise, add finely chopped herbs, shape small balls from this mixture, and place them on the salad.

    Required ingredients:

    • Chicken egg: 5 piece
    • Mayonnaise:  to taste
    • Green: 200 g