Sprat salad "Old Riga"

4 servings

10 minutes

The salad with sprats 'Old Riga' is a true embodiment of Latvian cuisine, combining simplicity and richness of flavor. The dish's history is rooted in Baltic traditions, where sprats have long been valued for their rich taste and tender texture. In this salad, they harmoniously blend with soft rice, refreshing cucumbers, and delicate boiled eggs. Green peas add a light sweetness while dill enhances the aroma. Mayonnaise binds all the ingredients together, creating a creamy texture. 'Old Riga' is the perfect dish for family gatherings and celebrations; it can be served as a standalone salad or as an appetizer to the main course. Each spoonful transports you to the atmosphere of cozy Latvian evenings filled with warmth and traditions.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 771.2
• Proteins: 20.2g
• Fats: 42.1g
• Carbohydrates: 78.7g

Ingredients

• Sprats: 160 g
• Canned green peas: 200 g
• Cucumbers: 2 pc
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Rice: 2 glass
• Mayonnaise: 150 g
• Chopped dill: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Slice the cucumbers into rounds and the eggs (boiled) into wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 2 pieces
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

2. Cut the sprats, leaving some for decoration.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sprats: 160 g

3. Mix the rice with peas, greens, and chopped sprats.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 2 glasss
   • Canned green peas: 200 g
   • Chopped dill: 1 tablespoon
   • Sprats: 160 g

4. In a salad bowl, layer rice, chopped cucumbers, eggs, and drizzle with mayonnaise. Decorate the salad with the remaining sprats and herbs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 2 glasss
   • Cucumbers: 2 pieces
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Mayonnaise: 150 g
   • Sprats: 160 g
   • Chopped dill: 1 tablespoon