Welcome to a modern take on a timeless classic! Selyodka pod Shuboy, affectionately known as 'Herring Under a Fur Coat,' is more than just a salad; it's a centerpiece of celebration in many Eastern European homes, especially during New Year's Eve. Its vibrant, jewel-toned layers of herring, beets, carrots, and potatoes are a feast for the eyes and the palate. In this recipe, we're keeping all the traditional flavors you love but presenting them in a chic and convenient roll. This elegant roulade is not only easier to serve but also a stunning addition to any party spread. Get ready to impress your guests!
Shuba Salad Roll with Home-Cured Herring
Ingredients for Curing the Herring:
- 2 large herrings
- 4 heaping teaspoons of salt
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
- bay leaf, cloves, peppercorns
Ingredients for the Shuba Salad Roll with Home-Cured Herring
- 2 herring fillets
- 3 medium potatoes
- 3 carrots
- 3 small beets
- 1 onion
- mayonnaise, fresh herbs for garnish
How to Make Selyodka pod Shuboy Roll with Home-Cured Herring
Ingredients for the Shuba Salad Roll
First, let’s cure the herring. Choose a large herring without any signs of “rust.” For the marinade, you’ll need coarse salt, sugar, apple or grape vinegar, a few bay leaves, 6-7 black peppercorns, and a few cloves.
Make a deep incision along the herring’s belly, remove the innards, peel off the skin, cut off the head, and remove the backbone. Place the rinsed fillets, roe, and milt into a jar.
Place the cleaned and sliced herring in a jar and cover with the brine
Now, make the marinade. Dissolve the salt and sugar in a small amount of boiling water, then add the spices. Bring the marinade to a boil, remove it from the heat, and pour in the apple or grape vinegar. Pour the cooled marinade over the herring. The marinade must be cold, otherwise the fish will cook and its flesh will become mushy! Place the curing herring in the refrigerator for three days.
After 3-4 days, the herring will be “mature,” and you can use it to prepare the classic and beloved selyodka pod shuboy (a traditional layered salad, literally ‘Herring Under a Fur Coat’). To give this traditional appetizer a modern twist, we’ll roll it up. It’s very simple to do; you’ll just need a roll of plastic wrap.
Grate the vegetables to prepare the roll
I don’t think I need to list the other ingredients for selyodka pod shuboy. But just in case anyone has forgotten—beets, carrots, and potatoes cooked in their skins, plus onion and mayonnaise.
Many people add boiled eggs or crushed garlic to their salad. As the saying goes, “to each their own.” To make the salad completely homemade, you can also prepare the mayonnaise from scratch.
Using a fine grater, shred all the vegetables. Grate the onion very finely so that the pieces don’t interfere with slicing the roll into thin portions.
Layer the beets, carrots, and potatoes. Then add the herring
On a sheet of plastic wrap, lay out the vegetables in order: beets, carrots, and potatoes. Then, place the home-cured herring on top and add the grated onion. The vegetable layers should be lightly salted to prevent the salad from being bland.
Roll it up and place it in the refrigerator
Roll the salad tightly into a log and refrigerate it for several hours.
Shuba Salad in a roll
The finished Selyodka pod Shuboy roll holds its shape well and is easy to slice. You can drizzle it with mayonnaise or slice it and serve the beautiful pieces with a portion of sauce for each guest individually.
And there you have it—a spectacular Selyodka pod Shuboy Roll that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat! This dish is a wonderful way to honor tradition while adding your own creative flair. For serving, you can garnish the platter with fresh dill or parsley, and offer a side of extra mayonnaise or smetana (a popular Eastern European sour cream) for dipping. This roll is a fantastic conversation starter and a guaranteed hit at any gathering. We hope you enjoy making and sharing this festive and flavorful creation. Priyatnogo appetita (enjoy your meal)!
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