Red Cossack Recipe

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Russia with this vibrant Red Cossack sauce! Inspired by a Seattle Folklife Festival vendor, this lemony-herby masterpiece is a quick and easy way to elevate simple boiled potatoes and grilled or sautéed smoked sausage. Bursting with fresh dill and lemon zest, this recipe is a work in progress – your suggestions are welcome!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 1354.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Red Cossack

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How to Make Red Cossack

  1. Finely chop 2 scallions, 1/2 cup cucumber (peeled and seeded), and 1/2 cup celery.
  2. Chop 1/4 cup fresh parsley and 1/2 cup fresh dill.
  3. In a blender, combine 1/4 cup olive oil and the juice of 1 large lemon. Blend until emulsified.
  4. Add the chopped vegetables and herbs to the blender.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 clove minced garlic).
  6. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  7. Serve generously over hot boiled potatoes and alongside your favorite grilled or sauteed smoked sausage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

54g

Carbs

5g