Sałatka Jarzynowa

Name: Sałatka Jarzynowa
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Polish
Ingredients: 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, diced; 4 medium carrots, peeled, diced; 1 cup frozen peas; 4 large eggs, chopped; 8 oz smoked ham, diced; 4 medium dill pickles, diced; 2 small tart apple (such as Granny Smith), diced; 2/3 cup soy-free mayonnaise (canola-oil based); 2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

50 minEasyServes 6440 cal/serving

PolishSaladStovetopStandardNut-FreeSoy-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, diced
4 medium carrots, peeled, diced
1 cup frozen peas
4 large eggs, chopped
8 oz smoked ham, diced
4 medium dill pickles, diced
2 small tart apple (such as Granny Smith), diced
2/3 cup soy-free mayonnaise (canola-oil based)
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Boil 2 lbs peeled, diced Yukon Gold potatoes and 4 medium carrots in salted water until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool completely, and dice them.
2

Simmer 1 cup frozen peas in water for 2 minutes, then drain and cool.
3

Cover 4 large eggs with cold water, bring to a boil, simmer 10 minutes, cool in ice water, then peel and chop them.
4

Combine the cooled potatoes, carrots, and peas in a large bowl. Add 4 chopped large eggs, 8 oz diced smoked ham, 4 medium diced dill pickles, and 2 small diced tart apple (such as Granny Smith).
5

Whisk 2/3 cup soy-free mayonnaise (canola-oil based), 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper together in a small bowl.
6

Fold the dressing gently into the vegetables until evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
7

Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving so the flavors blend.

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Questions

What is Sałatka Jarzynowa?

Polish vegetable salad of boiled potato, carrot, peas, egg, ham, and dill pickle bound in mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. It is the centerpiece of Polish Easter and Christmas tables and is served cold. Plan ahead: chill for 2 hours. This reference files it under Polish salad: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Sałatka Jarzynowa?

As written, 50 minutes: 30 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 7, 2 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Why fold instead of stir in Sałatka Jarzynowa?

Step 6 reads: "Fold the dressing gently into the vegetables until evenly coated." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 6 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

Is there a substitute for Dijon mustard in Sałatka Jarzynowa?

The entry for Sałatka Jarzynowa calls for 2 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Does Sałatka Jarzynowa contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, chopped and 2/3 cup soy-free mayonnaise (canola-oil based). The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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