The Best Russian Salad

Ensaladilla Rusa, Estrella de Plata

Preparation info
  • Serves

    8 to 10

    as a tapa
    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Anya von Bremzen

Published 2005

  • About

I’m not sure how the Russian potato salad (called Olivier in its native country) became a world staple, showing up as a part of a Korean appetizer spread, finding its way into the Turkish meze assortment, and becoming one of the most beloved tapas of Spain. But being Russian, I can testify that in Spain ensaladilla rusa is even more popular than it is in its homeland. Spain’s tastiest ensaladilla, hands down, is served at Estrella de Plata, a stylish tapas bar in Barceloneta,