Cuisine : Ensalada Rusa - How to prepare this El Salvador dish

 




Ensalada Rusa, also known as Russian Salad, is a popular side dish in El Salvador and many other countries. It's a creamy and colorful potato salad with a mix of vegetables. Here's how it's typically made:


**Ingredients:**


- Potatoes (about 2 cups, diced and boiled until tender)

- Carrots (about 1 cup, diced and boiled until tender)

- Peas (about 1 cup, cooked)

- Green beans (about 1 cup, cooked and chopped)

- Mayonnaise (about 1 cup)

- Mustard (1-2 tablespoons, optional)

- Pickles (about 1/2 cup, diced)

- Hard-boiled eggs (2-3, diced)

- Salt and pepper (to taste)

- Lemon juice (1-2 tablespoons, optional)

- Parsley (for garnish, optional)


**Instructions:**


1. **Prepare the Vegetables:**

   - Dice the boiled potatoes and carrots into small, bite-sized pieces. You can also use frozen vegetables, which are precooked.


2. **Combine Vegetables:**

   - In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, carrots, peas, chopped green beans, and diced pickles.


3. **Add Hard-Boiled Eggs:**

   - Add the diced hard-boiled eggs to the vegetable mixture. Make sure to gently mix them in without mashing.


4. **Make the Dressing:**

   - In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise and mustard (if using). You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise to achieve your desired creaminess.


5. **Season:**

   - Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Some people also like to add a bit of lemon juice for a hint of acidity.


6. **Mix It All Together:**

   - Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and eggs. Carefully fold the ingredients together until they're well coated with the dressing. Be gentle to avoid mashing the potatoes and eggs.


7. **Chill:**

   - Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.


8. **Garnish and Serve:**

   - Just before serving, garnish the Ensalada Rusa with chopped parsley, if desired.


Ensalada Rusa is a versatile side dish and can be served at picnics, barbecues, and alongside various main courses. It's a delightful combination of textures and flavors, with the creamy dressing binding the vegetables and eggs together. Feel free to adjust the ingredients and seasonings to suit your taste preferences.

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