Belarusian carrot salad

4 servings

30 minutes

Belarusian carrot salad is a bright and aromatic dish that reveals the traditional flavors of Belarusian cuisine. Its simplicity combines with subtle flavor nuances: juicy carrots gain a tangy acidity from apple cider vinegar, while toasted coriander seeds add warm spicy depth. The oil infuses the vegetables with a gentle nutty note, and garlic and ground red pepper give the dish a slight heat. This salad pairs perfectly with meat or fish dishes but can also serve as an independent appetizer. Historically, Belarusian cuisine values simple yet rich combinations, and this salad is a wonderful testament to that. It can be served as a refreshing side or as a spicy addition to traditional feasts.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 139.4
• Proteins: 2.3g
• Fats: 9.1g
• Carbohydrates: 12.9g

Ingredients

• Carrot: 450 g
• Apple cider vinegar: 2 tbsp
• Salt: 1 tsp
• Fresh cilantro (coriander): 2 tsp
• Peanut butter: 2 tbsp
• Onion: 1 pc
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Ground red pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Grate the carrot on a fine grater, pour vinegar over it, and add salt. Mix thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 450 g
   • Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt: 1 teaspoon

2. Cover with plastic wrap, refrigerate for 3 hours. Drain the liquid.

3. Roast coriander seeds over medium heat for 2 minutes. Grind in a mortar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh cilantro (coriander): 2 teaspoons

4. In the same pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Peanut butter: 2 tablespoons
   • Onion: 1 piece

5. Cool and strain, pour the oil into the carrots. The onion is no longer needed.

   Required ingredients:

   • Peanut butter: 2 tablespoons

6. Season the carrots with coriander, garlic, and ground red pepper. Mix and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh cilantro (coriander): 2 teaspoons
   • Garlic: 3 cloves
   • Ground red pepper:  to taste