Siļķe Kažokā
Siļķe kažokā (SEEL-kyeh kah-ZHOH-kah)
Herring Under Fur Coat
A striking layered salad of marinated herring, beets, carrots, potatoes, and eggs beneath a vivid magenta sour cream coating.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: rectangular glass dish
Garnishes: fresh dill, egg yolk crumbles
Accompaniments: rye bread, vodka
Instructions
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1
Spread diced herring as the bottom layer in a rectangular dish. Top with finely diced onion.
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2
Layer grated potatoes over the herring, pressing gently. Spread a thin layer of sour cream mixed with mayonnaise.
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3
Add a layer of grated carrots, then another thin sour cream layer.
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Add grated eggs, then sour cream.
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Top with grated beets, forming the final layer. Spread remaining sour cream mixture to coat completely.
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6
Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with dill before serving.
Did You Know?
The "fur coat" in the name refers to the vibrant beet layer that covers and conceals the herring beneath.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- rectangular serving dish
- grater
- pot for boiling
Garnishing
fresh dill, egg yolk crumbles
Accompaniments
rye bread, vodka
The Story Behind Siļķe Kažokā
This elaborate layered salad came to Latvia from Russian culinary tradition in the 19th century and became a fixture of Baltic holiday tables. The dramatic reveal when cutting through the magenta exterior to expose the colorful layers beneath makes it a showpiece at celebrations.
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