Herring under a fur coat with onions
4 servings
60 minutes
Herring under a fur coat is one of the most iconic salads of Russian cuisine and a traditional element of the New Year's feast. Its history dates back to the early 20th century when the appetizer made of herring and vegetables symbolized the unity of the people. The combination of salted herring, sweet beetroot, and tender potatoes creates a rich, balanced flavor enhanced by the spiciness of onions and creamy texture of mayonnaise. This salad not only pleases the eye with its bright layers but also satisfies as a full dish. Chilled before serving, it reveals its taste even deeper, making each layer particularly expressive. The 'fur coat' not only decorates the table but also brings loved ones together, creating a warm festive atmosphere.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Boil beetroot, potatoes, and carrots until cooked.
- Potato: 350 g
- Carrot: 250 g
- Beet: 350 g
3
Place the eggs in boiling water and cook for 13 minutes. Cool under running water.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
4
Cut the herring into small cubes.
- Herring fillet: 350 g
5
Chop the onion finely.
- Onion: 100 g
6
Peel the beetroot, potatoes, and carrots. Grate all the vegetables on a coarse grater. Place them in separate bowls, add salt, and mix with mayonnaise.
- Potato: 350 g
- Carrot: 250 g
- Beet: 350 g
- Mayonnaise: 250 g
7
Grate the eggs on a fine grater. Mix it with mayonnaise as well.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 250 g
8
Place half of the potatoes at the bottom of the plate. Then layer herring, onion, eggs, carrot, and the remaining potatoes.
- Potato: 350 g
- Herring fillet: 350 g
- Onion: 100 g
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Carrot: 250 g
- Potato: 350 g
9
Layer with beetroot last and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Beet: 350 g
10
Serve salad at the festive table.