Herring Salad

2 servings

60 minutes

Herring salad is a true reflection of Russian culinary tradition, combining simple yet rich flavors. This dish resembles the popular 'Herring under a Fur Coat' but has a lightness and freshness to it. The tender, slightly salty herring harmonizes with the sweet beetroot, while fresh cucumber adds a crunchy texture and refreshing note to the salad. Egg yolk, dill, and wine vinegar highlight the sophistication of the flavor palette, making the salad perfect as an appetizer on a festive table or as a light snack. Historically, herring has held an important place in Russian cuisine due to its availability and nutritional properties. This dish is not only tasty but also nutritious, and its simplicity in preparation makes it popular among lovers of traditional Russian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 565.8
• Proteins: 30.5g
• Fats: 43.2g
• Carbohydrates: 15.2g

Ingredients

• Herring: 300 g
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Beet: 1 pc
• Cucumbers: 1 pc
• Wine vinegar: 1 tsp
• Dill: 2 sprig
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Boil the egg hard, separate the yolk from the white.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

2. Boil the beetroot until cooked for about 40-50 minutes, peel it, cut into thin wide strips, sprinkle with sugar and salt, and drizzle with wine vinegar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 1 piece
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Wine vinegar: 1 teaspoon

3. Cut the cucumber into thin strips and lightly salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Mix herring, beetroot, and cucumber, and garnish the dish with egg yolk and dill.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring: 300 g
   • Beet: 1 piece
   • Cucumbers: 1 piece
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Dill: 2 sprigs