A layered salad with beets, herring, and vegetables.

Boil the beets, potatoes, and carrots until tender. Allow to cool, then peel and grate each ingredient separately.

Prepare the Ingredients

Finely chop the herring fillets and onion.

Chop the Herring and Onion

In a large serving dish, start layering the ingredients. Begin with a layer of grated potatoes, followed by a layer of herring and onions, then a layer of grated carrots, and finally a layer of grated beets.

Layer the Salad

Spread a layer of mayonnaise over the top layer (beets) and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add Mayonnaise

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

shubka salad (fur coat)

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