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Not Your Grandma’s Olivier (Russian Salad)

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Olivier Salad

Cultural Context

Olivier Salad, originally created in the 1860s by a Belgian chef in Moscow, has become a staple of Russian cuisine, especially during celebrations and holidays. This hearty salad reflects the resourcefulness of Russian cooks, combining available ingredients into a festive dish. Today, variations abound, with some using different proteins or adding fruits, showcasing its adaptability and enduring popularity.

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6 servings
Servings4
Yukon Gold potatoes
carrots
frozen peas
pickles
white onion
pickled brine
salt
2 large eggs
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon apricot preserve
1.5 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 pound salmon fillet
1

Peel and dice pickles finely, adding them to a large bowl with diced white onion and 1 tablespoon of pickled brine.

2

Peel carrots and cut into 3-4 inch lengths, then into planks, sticks, and finally into quarter-inch dice.

3

Peel potatoes and cut into half-inch dice.

4

Place diced potatoes and carrots into a pot, cover with cold water, and season with salt.

5

Bring the pot to a boil, then add 2 large eggs and reduce heat to a gentle simmer for 11 minutes.

6

Remove eggs to ice water after cooking, then check potatoes for doneness after about 12 minutes.

7

Once potatoes are tender, add 1 cup of frozen peas to the pot, let sit for 30 seconds, then drain and spread on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to cool.

8

Prepare salmon by preheating the oven to 350 degrees, mixing apricot preserve, balsamic vinegar, and soy sauce for a glaze.

9

Place salmon fillet on a metal baking sheet, season lightly with salt, and glaze the top before broiling.

Equipment Needed

large bowlpotmetal baking sheet

Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

eggsmilk

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