Herring under a fur coat classic

6 servings

60 minutes

Herring under a fur coat is one of the most recognizable and beloved dishes of Russian cuisine. This layered salad originated in the early 20th century and quickly gained popularity due to its harmony of flavors. The tender salted herring fillet combines with soft potatoes, sweet carrots, and rich beets, creating a unique texture and taste. A light hint of spiciness is added by pickled onions, while creamy mayonnaise binds the layers together. The finished salad soaks in the refrigerator, making it especially juicy. It is the perfect dish for a festive table, embodying Russian gastronomic traditions and hospitality. Garnished with fresh herbs, it not only delights the palate but also looks impressive, becoming the centerpiece of any feast.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 291.3
• Proteins: 13.7g
• Fats: 18.4g
• Carbohydrates: 18.9g

Ingredients

• Herring fillet: 250 g
• Beet: 2 pc
• Carrot: 2 pc
• Potato: 2 pc
• Onion: 2 head
• Mayonnaise: 80 g
• Vegetable oil: 1 tsp
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Green: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the ingredients. You will also need foil for baking vegetables in the oven.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 2 pieces
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Potato: 2 pieces

2. Wrap the beetroot, carrot, and potato in foil and bake in the oven at 180–200 degrees for 1.5–2 hours (check readiness by piercing the beetroot with a toothpick). Let the cooked vegetables cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 2 pieces
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Potato: 2 pieces

3. Cut the herring and onion into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring fillet: 250 g
   • Onion: 2 heads

4. Mix herring and onion, add a little vegetable oil. Let it marinate while the vegetables are baking.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring fillet: 250 g
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Vegetable oil: 1 teaspoon

5. Clean the cooled vegetables and previously hard-boiled eggs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 2 pieces
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Potato: 2 pieces
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

6. Assemble the salad in layers. Grate the potatoes for the first layer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 2 pieces

7. Layer herring with onions as the second layer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring fillet: 250 g
   • Onion: 2 heads

8. Spread a small amount of mayonnaise and carefully distribute it with a fork over the entire surface.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise: 80 g

9. The third layer is grated boiled eggs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

10. Also, grease with a small amount of mayonnaise.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mayonnaise: 80 g

11. Then a layer of carrots. At this stage, you can add a little salt if the herring is not too salty.

    Required ingredients:

    • Carrot: 2 pieces

12. The last layer is beet.

    Required ingredients:

    • Beet: 2 pieces

13. Also lightly coat the beetroot with mayonnaise and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to marinate.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mayonnaise: 80 g

14. Garnish with greens. The dish is ready to serve.

    Required ingredients:

    • Green:  to taste