Porcini mushroom and ham salad
4 servings
40 minutes
Mushroom and ham salad is a refined combination of noble forest mushrooms, aromatic ham, and delicate cheese that traces back to European culinary traditions. The white mushrooms, known for their rich flavor, add sophistication to the dish while the ham contributes depth and a slight saltiness. The mild spiciness of sautéed onions enhances the taste of the ingredients, and tender pieces of boiled egg soften the salad's texture. Mayonnaise or sour cream binds the components together, creating a harmonious blend. The unique presentation with cucumber ribbons transforms the salad into a true culinary masterpiece, perfect for both festive dinners and cozy home gatherings. This dish embodies elegance and flavor harmony.
1
Boil white mushrooms (can be replaced with champignons).
- Porcini mushrooms: 150 g
2
Cut the ham into cubes.
- Ham: 200 g
3
Boil the eggs, peel them, and cut into small cubes.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
4
Chop the onion and sauté it in a small amount of vegetable oil.
- Onion: 1 piece
5
Chop the boiled mushrooms and fry them in vegetable oil until golden brown.
- Porcini mushrooms: 150 g
6
Grate the cheese.
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 100 g
7
Mix all ingredients (except cucumbers), add salt, dress with mayonnaise or sour cream, and stir.
- Salt: to taste
- Mayonnaise: to taste
8
Form a mound of salad on a flat plate. Cut thin strips of cucumber and, starting from the top, press the cucumbers into the salad diagonally in a clockwise direction, down to the bottom.
- Cucumbers: 2 pieces
