Sienisalaati Finnish Finland Fresh Mushroom Salad Recipes

SIENISALAATTI (A FRESH MUSHROOM SALAD FROM FINLAND)

Steps:

• Heat 1 inch salted water to boiling, using 1/2 teaspoon salt to 1 cup water. Add mushrooms. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 1 minute. Drain and chill.
• Mix all remaining ingredients. Pour over mushrooms and toss. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
• Serve in lettuce cups if desired.

FINNISH CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Rinse the cucumbers. Do not peel, but score the skin by peeling the lines of a fork lengthwise through the peel.
• Slice cucumbers into very thin slices. Put into bowl with a lid.
• Mix the dressing ingredients.Pour over the cucumber slices and toss lightly.
• Cover with a lid and shake to coat evenly. Chill several hours to allow flavors to blend.
• It keeps well for days!

SIENISALAATI - FINNISH/FINLAND FRESH MUSHROOM SALAD

Steps:

• In 1-qt enamel, glass or stainless stell pan, bring water and lemon juice to a boil. Add sliced mushrooms; cover pan. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 2 - 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Drain in sieve; pat dry with paper towels.
• In 1-qt bowl, combine cream, onion, sugar salt and pepper. Add mushrooms. Toss lightly until well covered. Serve as a salad on crisp, dry lettuce.