Olivier with beef and carrots
10 servings
90 minutes
Olivier with beef and carrots is an exquisite version of the classic salad, rightfully considered a symbol of festive gatherings. Born in the 19th century French cuisine thanks to chef Lucien Olivier, it gained incredible popularity in Russia and other countries. In this version, tender boiled beef gives the dish a rich meaty flavor, while juicy carrots add sweet notes. Crunchy pickled cucumbers and green peas harmoniously complement the flavor palette, while mayonnaise unites all ingredients into a creamy texture. This salad is perfect for festive dinners and family gatherings, offering rich yet balanced taste sensations. It is served chilled and garnished with fresh dill that enhances its freshness and appetizing appeal.
1
Prepare the necessary ingredients. Boil potatoes, carrots, and eggs.
- Potato: 3 pieces
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
2
Wash the beef well under running water, place it in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, skim off the foam, add 1 bay leaf and 3 peppercorns, salt to taste, and boil until cooked over medium heat. Cool in the broth.
- Boneless beef: 500 g
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
- Allspice berries: 3 pieces
- Salt: to taste
3
Open the canned peas, drain the liquid, and place them in a container.
- Canned green peas: 250 g
4
Peel the boiled carrot, cut it into small cubes, and place it in a container with green peas.
- Carrot: 1 piece
5
Peel the chicken eggs, chop them into small cubes, and place them in a container with green peas and carrots.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
6
Peel the potatoes, cut them into small cubes, and place them in a container with green peas, carrots, and eggs.
- Potato: 3 pieces
7
Chop the pickled cucumbers into small cubes and place them in a container with green peas, carrots, eggs, and potatoes.
- Marinated cucumbers: 3 pieces
8
Peel the onion, chop it into small cubes, and place it in a container with green peas, carrots, eggs, potatoes, and cucumbers.
- Onion: 1 head
9
Cut the boiled beef into small cubes and place it in a container with the prepared ingredients.
- Boneless beef: 500 g
10
Put 150 grams of mayonnaise in a container.
- Mayonnaise: 150 g
11
Carefully mix all the ingredients and salt to taste.
- Salt: to taste
12
Serve cold. Optionally garnish with green dill.
- Young dill: to taste
