Hello, friends! Welcome to a delightful recipe that’s both comforting and fresh: our Oriental Salad with potatoes and pickles. This version is a simple yet tasty combination of potatoes, eggs, onions, and pickles. Sometimes we add a dollop of creamy mayonnaise (check out our homemade mayo recipe here) or even some tender chicken pieces for extra heartiness. If you’re looking for a vegetarian version, just skip the eggs to create a fasting-friendly salad.
As for the pickles, we usually go for either vinegar-marinated bell peppers or cucumbers, but feel free to mix it up based on what you have at home. What matters most is that the salad has that signature tangy twist, which we usually achieve with pickles or a dash of lemon for that extra zing.
So, let’s roll up our sleeves and get started!
Traditional Romanian Oriental Salad with Potatoes and Pickles
Equipment
Ingredients
500 g potatoes- 4 eggs
- 1 onion
- 150 g pickled bell peppers or pickled cucumbers
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste
- 1/3 tsp ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by cleaning and washing the potatoes thoroughly. Then, chop them into cubes and place them in a pot of salted water. Let them boil for about 15 minutes until they are soft but not too mushy (we want them to hold their shape). You can check them with a fork to make sure they are just right. Once cooked, drain the potatoes and let them cool completely. After they’ve cooled down, place them in a large mixing bowl.
- While the potatoes are cooling, place the eggs in a separate pot and bring them to a boil. Let them cook for about 10 minutes until they are fully hard-boiled. Once done, remove them from the heat and allow them to cool. Peel the eggs and chop them into small cubes. Add them to the cooled potatoes.
- Peel and chop the onion into thin strips, and cut the pickled peppers (or cucumbers) into small cubes. Add both the onions and pickles to the bowl with the potatoes and eggs.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a tangier flavor, feel free to add a squeeze of lemon juice. Gently mix all the ingredients together to combine.
- For an extra creamy touch, you can stir in some mayonnaise (check out our homemade mayo recipe here), or if you're craving a heartier version, add in some cooked chicken.Enjoy!
Notes
Tips for the Perfect Oriental Salad:
- Be careful not to overcook the potatoes; they should be soft but still firm enough to hold their shape. This ensures your salad has a pleasing texture.
- You can easily adjust the salad’s tanginess to suit your taste. If you want it more sour, add a bit more pickle juice or lemon.
- For a unique twist, try adding other pickled vegetables like carrots or cauliflower.
We’d love to hear from you! If you have any tips or tweaks to make this recipe your own, please share them in the comments below. Your input helps us keep our recipes fresh and exciting for everyone! 🥰🤗🥰
