Dutch Pork Salad with Beets and Apples
This delightful Dutch Pork Salad, known as Huzarensla, combines tender cold-cooked pork with the crisp sweetness of green apples and the earthiness of cooked beets. It's a refreshing and visually appealing dish, perfect for picnic gatherings or as a light meal. The addition of boiled eggs and gherkins adds texture and flavor, while the homemade dressing brings everything together beautifully. Enjoy this dish on a bed of crisp lettuce for a satisfying, healthy option that everyone will love. If you’re not a fan of beets, feel free to leave them out for a more apple-forward salad.
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
chopped cold cooked pork
1 1/2 cups (cold and cooked)
green apples
2 (peeled, cored & chopped)
small new potatoes
8 (cooked, cooled & chopped)
small beet
1 (cooked & chopped)
hard-boiled egg
1 (finely chopped)
gherkin
1 (chopped)
small onion or scallion
1 (chopped fine)
oil
3 tablespoons
vinegar
3 tablespoons
salt
1/2 teaspoon
pepper
to taste
lettuce leaves
as needed (for serving)
mayonnaise
to taste
small tomato
1 (peeled & sliced)
hard-boiled egg
1 (thinly sliced for garnish)
gherkin
1 (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped pork, green apples, new potatoes, beet, finely chopped hard-boiled egg, chopped gherkin, and minced onion or scallion. Gently fold until the ingredients are well mixed.
2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the dressing.
3
Pour the dressing over the pork salad mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
4
Take several lettuce leaves and arrange them on a flat serving dish to create a bed for the salad.
5
Spoon the salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves, forming a 'boat' shape.
6
Spread a very thin layer of mayonnaise on top of the salad for added creaminess.
7
Finally, garnish the top with thinly sliced hard-boiled eggs, sliced gherkin, and sliced tomato for a colorful presentation.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutch Pork Salad with Beets and Apples?
It is a refreshing Dutch dish known as Huzarensla that combines cold-cooked pork with green apples, cooked beets, and new potatoes for a visually appealing light meal.
What is the traditional Dutch name for this recipe?
The traditional name for this Dutch pork salad is Huzarensla.
How much pork is needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of chopped cold-cooked pork.
What type of apples are best for this salad?
The recipe specifically calls for 2 green apples that are peeled, cored, and chopped.
How are the potatoes prepared for the salad?
You should use 8 small new potatoes that have been cooked, cooled, and chopped.
Should the beets be raw or cooked?
The recipe requires 1 small beet that has been cooked and chopped.
Can I make this salad without beets?
Yes, if you are not a fan of beets, you can leave them out for a more apple-forward flavor profile.
How many hard-boiled eggs are used in total?
The recipe uses 2 hard-boiled eggs: one is finely chopped and mixed into the salad, while the other is thinly sliced for garnish.
What ingredients are in the dressing?
The dressing consists of 3 tablespoons of oil, 3 tablespoons of vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and pepper to taste.
Is mayonnaise mixed into the salad?
No, instead of being mixed in, a very thin layer of mayonnaise is spread on top of the salad for added creaminess.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This Dutch Pork Salad recipe makes 6 servings.
What type of onion is recommended?
You can use either one small onion or a scallion, provided it is chopped fine.
How is the salad presented on the plate?
The salad is spooned onto a bed of lettuce leaves, forming a 'boat' shape, then topped with mayo and garnishes.
What garnishes are used for the final presentation?
The salad is garnished with thinly sliced hard-boiled eggs, sliced gherkin, and sliced tomato.
How many gherkins do I need?
You need 2 gherkins: one to be chopped for the salad mix and one to be sliced for the garnish.
Does the tomato need special preparation?
Yes, the small tomato used for garnish should be peeled and sliced.
Is this salad suitable for picnics?
Yes, its refreshing nature and cold ingredients make it perfect for picnic gatherings.
How do you mix the dressing?
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
What provides the 'earthiness' in this dish?
The cooked beets provide the earthy flavor that balances the sweetness of the apples.
What gives the salad its sweetness?
The crisp sweetness in the salad comes from the addition of green apples.
When should I add the dressing?
Pour the dressing over the pork salad mixture after all the main ingredients have been folded together, then toss gently.
Is the salad served on its own or with a base?
It is served on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves.
What is the primary protein source in this recipe?
The primary protein is cold-cooked pork.
Is this dish considered healthy?
Yes, it is described as a satisfying, healthy option that includes a variety of vegetables and fruit.
How should the main ingredients be combined?
Combine the pork, apples, potatoes, beet, chopped egg, gherkin, and onion in a large bowl and fold them together gently.
Does the recipe include salt and pepper?
Yes, it includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste in the dressing.
Can I use any type of potato?
The recipe specifies using small new potatoes for the best texture.
How much oil is used for the dressing?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of oil.
What kind of vinegar should be used?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of vinegar, though any standard salad vinegar will work.
What does 'Huzarensla' translate to?
In Dutch, it refers to this specific style of meat and vegetable salad, often known as 'Hussar's Salad' in English.