Rasols

Name: Rasols
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Latvian
Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes, boiled and cooled; 3 carrots, boiled and cooled; 4 hard-boiled eggs; 200g smoked chicken breast, diced; 4 pickled cucumbers, diced; 1 small onion, finely diced; 150g mayonnaise; 100g sour cream; 2 tbsp pickle brine; Salt and white pepper; Fresh dill for garnish

Rasols (RAH-sols)

Latvian Potato Salad

⏱ Prep Time 40 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 312 kcal

A creamy, hearty Latvian salad of diced potatoes, carrots, eggs, pickles, and smoked chicken bound with sour cream and mayonnaise.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 14.0g

Carbs 28.0g

Fat 16.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ eggs ⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

large pot mixing bowl sharp knife

Presentation Guide

Vessel: large ceramic bowl

Garnishes: fresh dill, sliced egg

Accompaniments: rye bread

Ingredients

6 medium potatoes, boiled and cooled
3 carrots, boiled and cooled
4 hard-boiled eggs
200g smoked chicken breast, diced
4 pickled cucumbers, diced
1 small onion, finely diced
150g mayonnaise
100g sour cream
2 tbsp pickle brine
Salt and white pepper
Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

1
Dice boiled potatoes, carrots, and eggs into 1cm cubes. Place in a large bowl.
2
Add diced smoked chicken, pickled cucumbers, and onion.
3
Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, and pickle brine. Season with salt and white pepper.
4
Pour dressing over the salad and fold gently to combine without mashing.
5
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours for flavors to meld.
6
Serve cold, garnished with fresh dill.

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Did You Know?

No Latvian Christmas table is complete without rasols — families often make enormous batches that last through the entire holiday period.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large pot
mixing bowl
sharp knife

Garnishing

fresh dill, sliced egg

Accompaniments

rye bread

The Story Behind Rasols

Rasols is Latvia's beloved take on the Olivier salad, adapted from the Russian original with local touches like smoked meats and generous sour cream. It became a staple of Latvian celebrations in the 19th century and remains the centerpiece of every festive table, especially at Christmas and New Year.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed christmas, new year, celebrations 📜 Origins: 19th century

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