Red Sea Salad with Crab Sticks
4 servings
10 minutes
The 'Red Sea' salad is a bright and rich dish that will adorn any table. Its name symbolizes the wealth of red shades created by bell peppers and tomatoes. The origins of this salad trace back to Russian cuisine, where simple and hearty recipes with unusual flavors are loved. The base consists of crab sticks that add a light sea note, while garlic adds spiciness. Hard cheese contributes a creamy texture, and mayonnaise binds the ingredients together to create a harmonious taste. The salad is perfect as a festive appetizer or as an accompaniment to main dishes. It is quick to prepare and pairs well with greens and fresh bread. Presentation can be either in a salad bowl or portioned, creating an elegant display. The 'Red Sea' is not just a salad but a small gastronomic celebration.
1
Prepare the ingredients for the salad. Cut each crab stick in half and then slice into strips. Transfer them to a bowl.
- Crab sticks: 250 g
2
Take a red bell pepper, cut it into long strips, and then divide them in half.
- Sweet pepper: 0.5 piece
3
For this salad, you need 2 large tomatoes. Cut them into quarters and remove the pulp from each. Only the firm part of the tomato is needed for the salad. Cut it into strips and add it to the other ingredients.
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
4
Grate a piece of hard cheese on a coarse grater. Pour it into the bowl as well.
- Hard cheese: 85 g
5
Press the garlic through a press. You can add a pinch of salt to the salad if desired.
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Salt: to taste
6
Now add mayonnaise and mix the salad well.
- Mayonnaise: 100 g
7
The salad can be served in a beautiful salad bowl or portioned using a serving ring. Place it on a plate, fill it with salad, press it down slightly with a spoon, and remove the ring. Garnish with green onion feathers.