Herring ‘under A Fur Coat’* Recipe

COLD ZAKUSKI/холодные закуски

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Peel and cook the potatoes, carrots, and beets until tender. This may take about 20-30 minutes depending on the size of the vegetables.

2. 2

   Chop the Ingredients

   Once cooked, allow the vegetables to cool. Then grate the potatoes, carrots, and beets separately. Finely chop the onion and herring fillets.

3. 3

   Prepare the Eggs

   Hard-boil the eggs by placing them in a pot of cold water, bringing it to a boil, and then simmering for 10-12 minutes. Once done, cool them in cold water, peel, and then grate them.

4. 4

   Layer the Ingredients

   In a large serving dish, start layering the ingredients in the following order: first, layer the grated potatoes, then sprinkle with a little salt and black pepper, followed by a layer of mayonnaise. Next, add the grated carrots, followed by another layer of mayonnaise. Then add the herring and onions, and again add mayonnaise. Continue with the grated beets, add mayonnaise on top, and finish with the grated hard-boiled eggs.

5. 5

   Final Touches

   Cover the entire dish with a generous layer of mayonnaise. You can garnish the top with some extra grated beets or finely chopped herbs if desired.

6. 6

   Chill and Serve

   Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a hearty salad.