Bettina's Russian Dressing
This classic Russian dressing recipe, adapted from a 1900 cookbook, offers a tangy and flavorful condiment perfect for salads or sandwiches. Combining a homemade salad dressing with chili sauce and green pepper, this dressing delivers a rich, savory taste with a hint of spice. Serve cold for a refreshing and satisfying experience.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Salad Dressing
- 2 tablespoons Chili Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chopped Green Pepper
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 1 teaspoon Mustard
- 1/2 cup Vinegar
- 4 tablespoons Sugar
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 0 as needed Sour Cream or Whipped Cream (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a bowl, beat the egg yolks. Add the vinegar. In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix the salt, mustard, sugar, paprika, and flour. Slowly add the water to the dry ingredients, taking care to avoid lumps. Pour this mixture into the egg yolks and vinegar. Cook slowly, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy. This will take approximately 30 minutes.
- 2In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the prepared salad dressing, 2 tablespoons of chili sauce, and 1 tablespoon of chopped green pepper. Mix well.
- 3Thin the dressing with sour cream or whipped cream to your desired consistency. Serve cold.