Herring under a fur coat with egg
8 servings
60 minutes
Herring under a fur coat with egg is one of the most famous salads of Russian cuisine, invariably adorning festive tables. Its history dates back to the early 20th century when it became a symbol of unity and satiety. The delicate herring fillet combined with soft potatoes, sweet beets, juicy carrots, and airy eggs creates a harmony of flavors, while mayonnaise adds richness and silkiness to the dish. The addition of apple refreshes the composition with a light tanginess. It is important to let the salad rest in the refrigerator so that the layers soak and the flavor develops. This dish not only delights with its rich taste but also decorates the table with its bright color contrast. It is perfect for celebrations, reminding us of the traditions and warmth of Russian cuisine.
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: 4 pieces
4
Cut the herring into small cubes.
- Herring fillet: 400 g
5
Peel the beetroot, potatoes, and carrots. Grate all the vegetables on a coarse grater. Place them in separate bowls, add salt, and mix.
- Potato: 350 g
- Carrot: 250 g
- Beet: 350 g
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 250 g
6
Grate the eggs on a fine grater.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
7
Peel the apples and remove the seeds, then grate them on a coarse grater.
- Apple: 300 g
8
Place half of the potatoes at the bottom of the plate and spread with mayonnaise. Then layer herring, apple, remaining potatoes, carrots, eggs, and beetroot, also spreading each layer with mayonnaise.
- Potato: 350 g
- Herring fillet: 400 g
- Apple: 300 g
- Carrot: 250 g
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Beet: 350 g
- Mayonnaise: 250 g
9
Grease the beetroot with the remaining mayonnaise and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Mayonnaise: 250 g
10
Serve the salad at the festive table, sprinkled with dill.
- Dill: 10 g