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Mushrooms under a Fur Coat

A classic layered Russian salad featuring savory sauteed mushrooms under tender grated root vegetables and mayonnaise.

70 minMediumServes 6310 cal/serving

RussianSaladStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb cremini mushrooms, diced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 4 medium carrots
  • 2 large red beets
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, 4 medium carrots, and 2 large red beets in water until tender, about 30 minutes, then cool, peel, and grate each separately.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, add 1 small diced yellow onion and 1 lb diced cremini mushrooms, season with 1 tsp fine sea salt, and saute for 10 minutes until liquid evaporates.

  3. 3

    Grate 4 hard-boiled eggs finely.

  4. 4

    In a serving dish, layer 1 lb diced cremini mushrooms and 1 small diced yellow onion, followed by 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, 4 medium carrots, 4 hard-boiled eggs, and 2 large red beets, spreading 1 cup mayonnaise between each layer.

  5. 5

    Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

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Questions

What is Mushrooms under a Fur Coat?

A classic layered Russian salad featuring savory sauteed mushrooms under tender grated root vegetables and mayonnaise. This reference files it under Russian salad: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 70 minutes start to finish.

Is Mushrooms under a Fur Coat vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 4 hard-boiled eggs and 1 cup mayonnaise. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan salad collection.

Does Mushrooms under a Fur Coat contain eggs?

Yes: 4 hard-boiled eggs 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 Mushrooms under a Fur Coat?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 310 calories, with 7 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate and 21 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 450 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Mushrooms under a Fur Coat keep?

The base of Mushrooms 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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