Estonian Cod Salad with Horseradish Sauce Recipe

Name: Estonian Cod Salad with Horseradish Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. cod fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces; Salt; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup prepared horseradish, well drained; 3/4 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup mayonnaise, preferably Hellmann's; 1 dash sugar; 1/4 cup very finely chopped onion; 2 medium-size Kirby cucumbers, peeled and cut into sm. dice; 3 tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 head Boston lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and patted dry

Servings: persons

2 lb. cod fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces
Salt
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup prepared horseradish, well drained
3/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise, preferably Hellmann's
1 dash sugar
1/4 cup very finely chopped onion
2 medium-size Kirby cucumbers, peeled and cut into sm. dice
3 tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 head Boston lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and patted dry

1
Place the cod fillets in a shallow enameled pan, add enough water to cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2
Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, reduce the heat to low, and poach the fish until it just begins to flake, 3 to 4 minutes.
3
Drain the fish thoroughly and place it in a large bowl.
4
Sprinkle with the lemon juice.
5
In a small bowl, combine the horseradish, sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, onion, cucumbers, and dill.
6
Mix thoroughly and season with salt and pepper.
7
Toss the fish gently but thoroughly with this mixture, cover, and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
8
Arrange on a bed of lettuce.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. cod fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces, Salt, 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup prepared horseradish, well drained, and more.

Yes, Estonian Cod Salad with Horseradish Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Estonian Cod Salad with Horseradish Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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