Olivier with homemade mayonnaise
6 servings
60 minutes
Olivier with homemade mayonnaise is the true embodiment of a Russian feast. This salad, an integral part of celebrations, has its roots in French gastronomy but found its iconic version in Russia. Tender potato cubes, meat, sweet carrots, and tangy pickles create a rich ensemble of flavors, while green peas add a touch of freshness. The main feature of this version is the homemade mayonnaise made by hand. It gives the salad richness and creaminess, perfectly binding the ingredients together. Olivier is ideal for cozy family gatherings or festive events. Its taste is both delicate and contrasting, with each spoonful transporting you to an atmosphere of joyful celebration and communication.
1
Boil potatoes, meat, carrots, and eggs, cool them down, and cut into small cubes. Chop cucumbers and onions and add to the vegetables. Add peas.
- Potato: 500 g
- Meat: 300 g
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Pickles: 200 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Canned green peas: 200 g
2
Make mayonnaise. For this, put mustard, salt, egg yolk in a deep bowl and whisk lightly. While continuing to whisk, gradually add oil and vinegar. Whisk until the mayonnaise reaches the desired thickness.
- Mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
- Egg yolk: 1 piece
- Vegetable oil: 300 ml
- Vinegar: 1 tablespoon