Herring under the blanket is a classic layered salad of Eastern cuisine. It appeared on tables at the end of the 19th century as a more elegant version of simple herring dishes. Today this one Herring salad is a classic that is perfect for Christmas Eve, Christmas or New Year’s Eve. Herring combined with beets, potatoes and carrots create a set of well-known flavors that many people associate with a traditional table. Szuba is simple to prepare and at the same time impressive, thanks to the beautiful colors of the vegetables. It is also a filling option that goes perfectly with other holiday dishes and snacks. It always disappears from plates quickly.
Ingredients:
- 300 g herring fillet,
- large potato,
- 3 medium carrots,
- 3 medium beets,
- a bunch of green onions,
- 200g majonezu,
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt,
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
Additionally:
- fresh vegetables for decoration,
How to do it:
1. Boil the carrots, potatoes and beets until soft. Strain and set aside until room temperature. Peel and grate separately on a large-hole grater.
2. Rinse the herrings under running water, and if they are very salty, leave them to soak for up to several hours. It depends on individual taste preferences.
3. Finely chop the green onion.
4. Assemble the salad. Spread a layer of grated potatoes in a deep plate and cover them evenly with mayonnaise. You can transfer it to a pastry bag and squeeze it out just like cream. Sprinkle mayonnaise with spices.
5. Then arrange the herrings and green onions. The next layer is the carrots. Cover everything evenly with mayonnaise on all sides, creating a mound, and sprinkle it with salt and pepper.
6. Cover everything with an even layer of cooked and grated beets, and finally cover them again with mayonnaise on all sides.
7. Leave the herring salad at room temperature for 2 hours, then put it in the refrigerator for about 6 hours. During this time, the top layer of mayonnaise will turn pink.
8. Serve the dish cold, decorated with fresh vegetables and greens. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, and use within 3-4 days.
Source: Terazgotuje.pl
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