Ocean Delight Salad

Old Fashioned Seafood Salad: A Delightful German Classic 🌊🥗

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 4

Description:
Transport yourself to the heart of German culinary tradition with this Old Fashioned Seafood Salad, a timeless recipe passed down through generations. Inspired by the culinary prowess of my husband’s grandmother, this salad has won over even the most skeptical taste buds – including mine. A harmonious blend of buttery goodness, ocean-fresh seafood, and zesty flavors awaits in every bite.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup eggs, hard-cooked and sliced (approx. 4 eggs)
• 1/2 cup dill pickles, sliced
• 4 capers
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp sour cream
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp dijon-style mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup beets, chopped

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 256.1
• Fat: 11.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.8g
• Cholesterol: 319.4mg
• Sodium: 879mg
• Carbohydrates: 6.8g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Sugar: 4.9g
• Protein: 29.9g

Recipe Instructions:

1. Melt Butter:

   • Begin by melting a tablespoon of butter in a frypan over medium heat.

2. Prepare Fish:

   • Place the fish in the frypan and generously pour hot water over it.

3. Simmer and Cook:

   • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, lower the heat, and cook for a tantalizing 10 minutes.

4. Slice Eggs and Pickles:

   • Meanwhile, slice the 4 hard-cooked eggs and the dill pickles, preparing for the flavor-packed assembly.

5. Cube the Fish:

   • Drain the fish, allowing it to cool, and then cut it into delightful bite-sized cubes.

6. Create the Salad Sauce:

   • In a culinary crescendo, blend together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dijon-style mustard, salt, and white pepper to craft the sensational salad sauce.

7. Mix Ingredients Gently:

   • In a separate bowl, gently mix the cubed fish, sliced eggs, pickles, capers, creating a symphony of textures.

8. Assemble and Spoon:

   • Arrange the fish mixture in individual dishes, generously spooning the prepared salad sauce over the tops.

9. Chill and Infuse Flavors:

   • Let the flavors dance and meld together by chilling the assembled masterpiece for a refreshing 30 minutes.

10. Garnish with Elegance:

    • To add a final touch of elegance, cut the remaining egg into eight pieces and chop the beet slices. Arrange this garnish on each serving, creating a visual and flavorful delight.

11. Serve with Gusto:

    • With the garnish in place, serve the Old Fashioned Seafood Salad immediately, letting the rich heritage and flavors unfold on your plate.

Embark on a culinary journey with this German seafood delight, where each bite tells a story of tradition, love, and impeccable taste. This recipe is not just a dish; it’s a masterpiece waiting to be savored and shared with those you hold dear. 🍽️✨