Salad with smoked mackerel and horseradish

4 servings

25 minutes

Salad with smoked mackerel and horseradish is a refined dish of Russian cuisine that combines the deep flavor of smoked fish, the spiciness of horseradish, and the sweet notes of beetroot. This salad resembles traditional Russian appetizers where simple yet rich ingredients play an important role. Mackerel adds a rich aroma to the dish while horseradish provides a light spiciness that awakens the appetite. Pickled shallots and red wine vinegar give the salad a special freshness, balancing its flavor palette. Serving on thin slices of beetroot makes the dish aesthetically appealing and vibrant. This salad is perfect as an exquisite appetizer for a festive table or as a standalone dish for lovers of rich flavor combinations. Enjoy your meal!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 518.5
• Proteins: 18.7g
• Fats: 39.3g
• Carbohydrates: 24.8g

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillet: 300 g
• Green salad: 200 g
• Beet: 4 pc
• Shallots: 3 head
• Grated horseradish: 3 tbsp
• Red wine vinegar: 4 tbsp
• Olive oil: 6 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Slice the shallot into thin half-rings. Mix with vinegar and let sit for 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Shallots: 3 heads
   • Red wine vinegar: 4 tablespoons

2. Dice 2 beets into small cubes. Mix with olive oil and shallots. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 4 pieces
   • Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
   • Shallots: 3 heads
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Break the mackerel into small pieces. Mix with salad and horseradish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mackerel fillet: 300 g
   • Green salad: 200 g
   • Grated horseradish: 3 tablespoons

4. Arrange the remaining thinly sliced beetroot on plates. Top with the fish-salad mixture. Add the chilled beetroot mass and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 4 pieces