Feierstengszalot (Luxembourgish Smoked Pork Salad)
A hearty and flavorful salad featuring thinly sliced smoked pork, onions, pickles, and a tangy vinaigrette. It's a popular dish often served as a starter or a light meal.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 400 g Smoked pork loin(thinly sliced)
- 2 medium Onions(thinly sliced)
- 150 g Gherkins (pickles)(sliced)
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Vinegar(white wine or cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp Mustard(Dijon or Luxembourgish mustard)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced smoked pork, sliced onions, and sliced gherkins.
- 2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- 3
Pour the vinaigrette over the pork, onion, and gherkin mixture.
- 4
Gently toss everything together until well combined.
- 5
Let the salad marinate for at least 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a stronger flavor, you can let the salad marinate for up to an hour.
- ✓Ensure the smoked pork is thinly sliced for the best texture.
- ✓Adjust the amount of vinegar and mustard to your preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add a hard-boiled egg, sliced or chopped.
- Include some capers for an extra briny kick.
- Serve with rye bread or a side of potato salad.