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Latvian Smoked Fish and Potato Salad

Amanda McKillop
This Latvian Smoked Fish and Potato Salad offers a delightful exploration into Baltic culinary traditions. With the natural, smoky essence of locally sourced fish and the comforting warmth of potatoes, this dish harmonizes rustic flavors with a touch of elegance. It's a wonderful dish for those seeking to experience authentic Latvian flavors or to add a novel twist to their usual salad repertoire.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Other European
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 287 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Strainer

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb new potatoes Scrubbed and unpeeled, ideally organic
  • 7 oz smoked mackerel Flaked, skin removed
  • 1 cup sour cream Full fat for richness
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill Chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp capers Rinsed
  • 3 stalks spring onions Sliced thinly
  • 1 pinch salt To taste
  • 1 pinch black pepper Freshly ground, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Boil the new potatoes in a large pot with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  • While the potatoes cool, prepare the dressing. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, chopped dill, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  • Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large bowl with the flaked smoked mackerel, capers, and sliced spring onions.
  • Pour the dressing over the potato and fish mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Transfer the salad to a serving platter. Garnish with additional dill for an aromatic finish.

Notes

For a subtly sweeter note, try adding thinly sliced gherkins. Alternatively, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

Nutrition

Calories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 231mgPotassium: 786mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 505IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 2mg
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