Olivier salad (Russian potato salad with mayonnaise)

Olivier salad is the indispensable dish of the Russian New Year's table: boiled potato, carrot, egg, ham, peas and pickled cucumber in a mayonnaise dressing. It resembles Hungarian 'French salad', but in Russia it is the most popular festive salad, made in large bowls.

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Method

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1. Boil the potatoes and carrots in their skins until tender, and hard-boil the eggs (10 minutes). ⏱ Timer: 10 min
2. Let everything cool, then peel.
3. Cut the potatoes, carrot, eggs, ham and cucumber into small, even cubes.
4. Mix together in a large bowl with the peas and onion.
5. Mix the mayonnaise with the sour cream, pour it over, and season with salt and pepper.
6. Chill for at least 1 hour so the flavours come together. ⏱ Timer: 1 h

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Tips

• Let the vegetables cool completely after cooking, as warm vegetables break the mayonnaise.
• Cut everything into small, even cubes, as that makes it look good and easy to spoon.
• Chill for at least an hour before serving, as that's when the flavours come together.
• A mayonnaise-based salad should only be served cold, chilled, and kept in the fridge until serving.

Frequently asked questions

How does it differ from Hungarian French salad?

Very similar; the Russian version often has ham or cooked meat, and peas are also part of it. The Hungarian version has more pickles and root vegetables.

How long does it keep?

In the fridge for up to 2 days. It's a mayonnaise-based salad, so don't leave it at room temperature.

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