Russian Tea Room Homemade Russian Salad Dressing: Better Than Store-Bought
A tangy, creamy homemade Russian salad dressing that's easy to make and tastier than store-bought versions.
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2/3 cup chili sauce condiment (sold near cocktail sauce)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons minced dill pickle
- 1 tablespoon minced green pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced green onion
- 4 teaspoons fresh horseradish, finely grated or drained bottled horseradish
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
Instructions
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, and chili sauce to a food processor or blender.
- Measure and add the lemon juice, minced dill pickle, minced green pepper, and minced green onion.
- Add the grated or bottled horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, and minced parsley.
- Blend briefly until the mixture is thoroughly combined but not overprocessed; scrape down the sides if needed.
- Transfer the dressing to a covered jar and refrigerate until serving; stir before using.
Equipment
- food processor or blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- spoon or spatula
- covered jar or airtight container
Notes
- Chili sauce is the classic base; use the condiment found near cocktail sauces.
- Use fresh horseradish for stronger heat or bottled for convenience.
- Adjust Tabasco to taste for spiciness.
- Refrigerate in a covered jar to let flavors meld before serving.