Belarusian salad with liver and dried mushrooms

4 servings

60 minutes

The 'Belarusian' salad with liver and dried mushrooms is an embodiment of traditional Belarusian cuisine, where the simplicity of ingredients harmoniously combines with rich flavors. The origins of the dish trace back to rural areas where liver and mushrooms are accessible and nutritious products, while pickled cucumbers add a spicy note. Its taste is rich and deep, with a slight tang from the cucumbers and the tenderness of boiled eggs. Fried onions provide a warm aroma, and mayonnaise unites the components into a cohesive texture. This salad is perfect for festive gatherings as well as cozy family dinners, allowing one to enjoy Belarus's gastronomic heritage.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 721.1
• Proteins: 40g
• Fats: 47.3g
• Carbohydrates: 34g

Ingredients

• Beef liver: 300 g
• Dried mushrooms: 200 g
• Pickles: 3 pc
• Chicken egg: 5 pc
• Onion: 4 pc
• Mayonnaise: 200 g
• Vegetable oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Chop the onion and sauté it in vegetable oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 4 pieces
   • Vegetable oil:  to taste

2. Boil the liver, eggs, and mushrooms, then cool them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef liver: 300 g
   • Chicken egg: 5 piece
   • Dried mushrooms: 200 g

3. Cut mushrooms, liver, and cucumbers into thin strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried mushrooms: 200 g
   • Beef liver: 300 g
   • Pickles: 3 pieces

4. Chop the eggs finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 5 piece

5. Mix the prepared products, dress with mayonnaise, and refrigerate for an hour or more.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise: 200 g

6. We tried making a salad with chicken liver. It turned out softer. And also tasty.