Indulge in the delectable flavors of Russian Carrot Mayonnaise Salad, a symphony of simple yet exquisite ingredients that come together to create a refreshing and flavorful side dish. This classic salad, also known as "Vitaminny Salat" or "Morkovcha," is a staple in Russian cuisine and a beloved dish across Eastern Europe. With its vibrant orange hue, crunchy texture, and tangy mayonnaise dressing, this salad is a delightful accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or hearty stews. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore two variations of this beloved salad: the traditional recipe featuring grated carrots, hard-boiled eggs, and sweet apples, and a modern twist that incorporates fresh dill and pickled cucumbers for an extra layer of flavor. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and experience the irresistible charm of Russian Carrot Mayonnaise Salad.
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RUSSIAN CARROT SALAD - KOREISKAYA MORKOVKA
This carrot salad is very popular in the Russian cuisine. The crunchy grated carrots are dressed with oil from caramelized onions and seasoned with coriander and garlic.
Provided by Olga's Flavor Factory
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grate the carrots on a fine julienne grater.
- Slice the onions into half circles. Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the onions. Season with salt to taste. Cook on medium low heat for 7-10 minutes, until the onions are golden brown.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, season the carrots with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Add the sugar, ground coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper and mix to combine.
- Finely mince or press the garlic cloves through a garlic press and place in the bottom of a large bowl. When the onions are cooked, strain the onions through a fine mesh sieve, pouring the hot oil right over the garlic. You can choose to strain out the garlic as well or even add the garlic to the onions during the last 30 seconds of cooking if you want the garlic to have a much more mild flavor in the salad. The other option is to add in the garlic along with the oil to the carrot salad, mixing all the ingredients to combine. The cooked onions will not be used in the salad. Add them to other recipes.
- Store the carrot salad in the refrigerator. You can serve the salad right away, but for the best results, marinate the salad in the refrigerator at least for a few hours or overnight before serving.
- Mix to combine again before serving the salad. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Store the salad in the refrigerator for up to a week.
RUSSIAN CARROT SALAD WITH CORIANDER
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together 4 grated carrots, 1 Tbsp of vinegar, 1 garlic clove, 1 tsp of coriander seeds, 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/2 tsp of sugar.
- Heat some oil in the medium skillet over medium/high heat than saute 1 diced onion until soft and golden (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add 1/4 tsp of ground pepper and stir the onions and pepper quickly. Immediately after stirring, add the them to the carrots.
- Mix well and let salad sit for at least 1 hour before serving.
AUTHENTIC RUSSIAN SALAD 'OLIVYE'
This is a recipe my mom and grandmother use every time there's a family gathering or a special occasion. To make this a vegetarian dish just leave out the ham. Potatoes, carrots, and eggs do not have to be chilled completely after boiling. Dill can be substituted for parsley if desired.
Provided by lovefullofpie
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add potatoes and carrot. Return mixture to a boil and add eggs; cook until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and slightly cool mixture. Chop potatoes and carrot; peel and chop eggs.
- Mix potatoes, carrot, eggs, pickles, peas, ham, and parsley together in a large bowl; stir in mayonnaise until salad is evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1306.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
RUSSIAN CARROT SALAD (KOREAN-STYLE)
Russians call it 'Korean Carrot Salad,' but it is so absolutely ubiquitous in Russia that if they didn't originally own it, they certainly do now. Coriander provides primary flavor; cayenne provides the heat. To get it right, you MUST use a mandoline to julienne the carrots into long, thin strands like spaghetti. To save time, buy them already julienned at the grocery store. This dish is best after it has marinated for 24 hours, but is fine after only 4 or 5 hours.
Provided by The Parkers
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Carrot Salad Recipes
Time 4h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place carrots in a large bowl. Sprinkle garlic over carrots.
- Mix vinegar, sugar, and salt together in a small bowl.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir coriander and cayenne pepper into the onion; add to carrot mixture and toss. Pour vinegar dressing over carrot mixture; toss to coat.
- Transfer carrot salad to a dish with a tight-fitting lid, cover, and refrigerate 4 to 24 hours, tossing salad several times while it marinates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 766.7 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
RUSSIAN CARROT MAYONNAISE SALAD
Categories Salad Appetizer Side No-Cook Vegetarian Low Sodium Wheat/Gluten-Free Carrot Kosher Raw
Yield 4 people
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel/clean your carrots, then grate them. Preferably, they should be grated lengthwise to make longer strands. Mince the garlic cloves finely. Slice the roasted almonds lengthwise. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix well. Variables - sugar quantity can be adjusted, or sugar can be replaced with dried fruit such as dried cranberries or raisins. Some vinegar or lemon juice can also be added (perhaps one tea spoon) in order to cut the creaminess of the salad and add some zest. If you like heat, add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper.
RUSSIAN SALAD
Basically a vegetable-studded potato salad with mayonnaise, Russian salad is hugely popular all over the world for family gatherings and festive events. It's a beloved, traditional party dish riffed on almost everywhere but my own home: I'd only ever seen pasty, congealed versions I would never wish to eat until I tried this one from Vladimir Ocokoljic, served at his Serbian restaurant Kafana in New York City. While not quite as demanding as his aunt back in Belgrade, who used to slice even the peas in half, Mr. Ocokoljic insists on the tiny dice (each ingredient should match the size of a pea) and emphatically dislikes any sweet pickles (only gherkins or cornichons are a fit), making the finished dish delicate, luscious and savory. Whisking pickle brine into the mayonnaise creates a liquidy slurry, loose enough to dress the salad without its becoming smushed and gluey.
Provided by Gabrielle Hamilton
Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 1/2 cups (about 12 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Season with salt.
- Add whole potatoes to the boiling water, and cook 15 minutes. Add whole carrots to the cooking potatoes, and cook both another 10 minutes. Remove potatoes and carrots with a spider when easily pierced with a cake tester or a very thin knife blade, and set aside in a bowl.
- Add frozen peas to boiling water, and using the spider, remove them to a separate bowl as they float, until all peas have floated and been transferred to the bowl.
- Gently add the eggs, and allow to boil 10 minutes.
- While the eggs cook, peel the potatoes and carrots under cold running water by rubbing them gently with your fingers. Rinse the peas under cold running water to cool.
- Once the eggs are cooked, drain them, and peel under cold running water.
- Neatly dice the potatoes, carrots, ham, eggs and cornichons to the same approximate (and rather small) size as the peas, aiming for uniformity. Gently toss them all together in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise with the cornichon brine, and pour over the salad. Toss gently with rubber spatula or using your fingers until the salad is well coated. Season with several hearty grinds of black pepper.
- Refrigerate overnight, and serve cold.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality carrots for the best flavor. - Peel and grate the carrots finely, using a grater with small holes. - Use a good quality mayonnaise. Avoid brands that contain a lot of fillers or additives. - If you don't have sour cream, you can use plain yogurt instead. - Add a little bit of sugar to balance out the sourness of the mayonnaise and vinegar. - Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. - Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for a few hours before serving. - Garnish the salad with fresh parsley or dill. ###Conclusion
Russian Carrot Mayonnaise Salad is a simple but delicious salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The salad is also very versatile and can be easily customized to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as peas or cucumbers, or you can use a different type of dressing, such as a vinaigrette or a creamy dill dressing. No matter how you choose to serve it, Russian Carrot Mayonnaise Salad is sure to be a hit!
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