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Herring Under Shuba

Cultural Context

Originating from Russia, Herring Under Shuba is a traditional layered salad often served during festive occasions. The dish symbolizes the richness of Russian cuisine, combining herring with vibrant vegetables and creamy dressing. It is a staple at New Year's celebrations and other gatherings, showcasing the art of using simple ingredients to create something visually stunning and delicious. Today, variations can be found across Eastern Europe, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

RussianRUmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb herring fillets
4 medium potatoes
2 medium carrots
2 medium beets
1 medium onion
1 cup mayonnaise
4 hard-boiled eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh dill

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Boil potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then cool and peel.

2

Grate boiled potatoes into a large serving dish to form the first layer.

3

Finely chop herring fillets and spread evenly over the potatoes.

4

Grate boiled carrots and layer them over the herring.

5

Finely chop onions and distribute them over the carrots.

6

Grate boiled beets and spread as the next layer.

7

Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise over the beets.

8

Grate hard-boiled eggs and sprinkle them on top of the mayonnaise.

9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10

Garnish with fresh dill for decoration.

11

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

12

Slice into portions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

ShubaHerring Salad

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