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Herring Under a Fur Coat

A classic layered Russian salad featuring salted herring, root vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and mayonnaise. It is known for its distinctive bright purple top layer and rich, savory taste.

65 minMediumServes 6380 cal/serving

RussianSaladStovetopPescatarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz salted herring fillets, diced
  • 2 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 2 medium red beets
  • 3 large eggs, hard-boiled
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil 2 medium russet potatoes, 2 medium carrots, and 2 medium red beets in separate pots until tender, then cool completely, peel, and grate.

  2. 2

    Spread 8 oz diced salted herring fillets on a platter and top with 1 small finely diced yellow onion.

  3. 3

    Spread a thin layer of 1 cup mayonnaise over the onion.

  4. 4

    Layer the russet potatoes on top and spread with mayonnaise.

  5. 5

    Add layers of carrots and grated 3 large hard-boiled eggs, spreading mayonnaise between layers.

  6. 6

    Cover top and sides with red beets and seal with remaining mayonnaise.

  7. 7

    Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

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Questions

What is Herring Under a Fur Coat?

A classic layered Russian salad featuring salted herring, root vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and mayonnaise. It is known for its distinctive bright purple top layer and rich, savory taste. This reference files it under Russian salad: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

How long does Herring Under a Fur Coat take?

As written, 65 minutes: 30 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 7, 4 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Does Herring Under a Fur Coat contain eggs?

Yes: 3 large eggs, hard-boiled and 1 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Herring Under a Fur Coat?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 380 calories, with 14 g protein, 22 g carbohydrate and 26 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 780 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Herring Under a Fur Coat?

The base of Herring Under a Fur Coat is potatoes, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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