Salad
Description
The salad is quick and easy to prepare. Salad "Boyarsky" is often considered a version of the well-known "Olivier," but that's not entirely accurate. The amazing combination of vegetables and chicken fillet makes this dish truly special. Here's how to make "Boyarsky" salad. The salad is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. The recipe for Boyarsky salad is not difficult to prepare, despite the large number of ingredients. Start by boiling chicken fillet or chicken leg. Let it cool and cut into small pieces.
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Step 2
2. Season the fillet with salt and pepper to taste. Finely chop the walnuts, but not into powder, and add to the meat. Grate the butter, previously placed in the freezer, on a grater and add to the plate with the meat and walnuts. Thoroughly mix the resulting mixture, making sure there are no lumps, then refrigerate for a while.
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Step 3
3. Meanwhile, you can prepare the vegetables. Boil the potatoes in their skins and let them cool completely. Then peel and cut into small cubes.
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Step 4
4. Wash the cucumber, dry it, and cut into small strips or cubes.
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Step 5
5. Wash the tomatoes, dry them, and cut into small cubes as well.
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Step 6
6. Place the vegetables in a deep salad bowl. Drain the liquid from the canned peas and add them to the vegetables.
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Step 7
7. By this time, you can already take the meat with nuts out of the refrigerator. Add it to the salad bowl with the vegetables and mix thoroughly.
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Step 8
8. Now you can dress the salad with mayonnaise. The amount is quite optional and depends on individual taste preferences.
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Step 9
9. The Boyar salad is almost ready at home. It remains only to thoroughly mix all the ingredients with mayonnaise, season with pepper and salt to taste, and it's ready to serve. If desired, garnish with fresh herbs on top.