Caprice Salad
4 servings
40 minutes
The 'Caprice' salad is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that impresses with its harmony of flavors and textures. Its history is not very ancient, but it quickly gained popularity due to the refined combination of ingredients. Tender pork tongue, spicy ham, and fresh cucumbers create a wonderful balance. Russian cheese adds creamy softness, while mushrooms complement the composition with a light earthiness. Mayonnaise binds all the components together, giving the salad richness. A light hint of salt and pepper enhances the flavor. 'Caprice' is an ideal choice for a festive table; it surprises guests with its rich taste and elegant appearance. This salad can be served as a standalone dish or as a side to meat, and its exquisite flavor makes it a great addition to a glass of white wine.
1
Boil the tongue for 35–40 minutes.
- Pork tongue: 1 piece
2
While the tongue is boiling, cut the cheese, cucumbers, and ham into strips.
- Rossiysky cheese: 200 g
- Cucumbers: 2 pieces
- Ham: 200 g
3
Cool the boiled tongue and cut it into strips. Add mushrooms and mix with mayonnaise. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Pork tongue: 1 piece
- Canned mushrooms: 1 jar
- Mayonnaise: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
