PP herring under a fur coat
Origin of the recipe
This salad is an adapted version of a classic Soviet dish, perfect for those watching their figure. Instead of traditional mayonnaise, which adds calories, it uses a light sauce made with natural yogurt and mustard. This allows you to enjoy the familiar flavor of herring under a fur coat without compromising your diet. This version is especially popular in Russia as an alternative for festive meals or everyday meals.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
For layers
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Freshly salted herring
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Avocado
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Boiled carrots
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Boiled beets
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Boiled eggs
For the sauce
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Natural yogurt
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Mustard
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Boiled yolk
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Lemon juice
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Salt
Kitchen utensils
- Knife
- Board
- Bowls
- Spoon
- Pot
- Grater
- Rectangular shape
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Prepare the sauce: in a bowl, mix 200 g of yogurt, 1 tsp of mustard, 2 boiled egg yolks and salt until smooth.
Step 2:
Grate half an avocado. Place the dish on a plate. Place the first layer of avocado, press it down gently, and spread with the sauce.
Step 3:
Remove bones and skin from the herring. Cut it into small cubes and place it on the avocado. Spread evenly and brush with more sauce.
Step 4:
Grate the boiled carrots and place them on the herring, press down and coat with sauce.
Step 5:
Grate 3 hard-boiled eggs and place a layer on top of the carrots. Spread with mayonnaise.
Step 6:
Finish the assembly with a layer of grated beets. Gently press down. Spread mayonnaise on the top layer.
Step 7:
Carefully remove the mold to create a beautiful square salad. Garnish with herbs (dill or oregano).
Cooking tips
For a richer flavor, add a little lemon juice or zest to the sauce. You can also use low-fat fermented milk product.
Don't use too much sauce—it should bind the layers together but not soak them completely, otherwise the salad will lose its shape. Be sure to cool all ingredients before assembling.
Substitute ingredients: If you don't have yogurt, you can use low-fat sour cream. Instead of mustard, try a little horseradish or hot pepper.
Serving: Serve the salad in squares, garnished with fresh herbs. Pairs perfectly with black bread or vegetable sticks.
Make it easier: All vegetables can be pre-cooked and stored in the refrigerator, allowing you to assemble the dish in just 5 minutes before serving.
Don't oversalt. Herring and vegetables already contain salt, so there's no need to add additional salt to the layers—this will help control the water-salt balance.
