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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Condiments and Sauces ยป How to Make Russian Dressing

    LAST UPDATED: June 12, 2020 โ€ข FIRST PUBLISHED: June 19, 2019 By Toni Dash 73 Comments

    How to Make Russian Dressing

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    Russian Dressing is a classic spicy spread for sandwiches or on dressing for salads. One bite and you’ll be hooked on this flavor-packed creamy dressing.

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    Russian Dressing was in its prime when salad dressing caddies were served on steak house restaurant tables.

    But even though it may not be the most popular dressing it’s one to take note of.

    Easy to make at home, this creamy, spicy dressing will become a favorite as a spread on sandwiches. Or on salads.

    It adds a zesty surprise to any dish!

    What is Russian Dressing?

    Russian Dressing slightly spicy sandwich spread with mayonnaise, tomato ketchup or chili sauce, horseradish and other spices.

    It’s a classic best known as a key ingredient for old-school dishes such as the Crab Louie Salad or Reuben Sandwich.

    The dressing is used for salads too and is not a chunky dressing (though there are recipe variations making an exception).

    Why is it called Russian Dressing?

    Russian Dressing originated in New Hampshire in the early 1900’s.

    It is believed to have originally had caviar as an ingredient giving it the name.

    Russian Dressing is actually not from Russia.

    Russian Dressing Ingredients

    Easy to find ingredients combine for make an extraordinary dressing recipe!

    Though the dressing can be store bought homemade Russian dressing is incredibly better.

    • Mayonnaise
    • Chili Sauce
    • Smoked Hot Paprika
    • prepared Horseradish
    • Pimentos, canned or jarred
    • Worcestershire Sauce
    • Fresh Chives 

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    Difference Between Russian Dressing and Thousand Island Dressing

    Sharing multiple ingredients, it’s easy to see where Russian Dressing and Thousand Island would get confused.

    There are fine lines and practices about each Russian Dressing, Thousand Island Dressing and Catalina Dressing with many opinions on each.

    The main difference between the two is the use of pickles in Thousand Island dressing, giving it more sweetness and texture.

    Russian Dressing is known for a more piquant or spicy flavor from chili sauce and prepared horseradish.

    How to Make Russian Dressing from Scratch – Step by Step

    This recipe couldn’t be easier to make. Making dressing at home keeps is fresh and flavorful.

    The only hard part?

    Waiting while it chills and the flavors combine to eat it!

    • Combine all ingredients in a blender (or in a mixing bowl using an immersion blender); pulse into a smooth mixture.
    • Transfer into a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

    How to Store

    Keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    Brooklyn Avenue Sandwich
    Brooklyn Avenue Sandwich (rye bread, pastrami, coleslaw and Russian Dressing)

    How to Use Russian Dressing

    Truth be told, I fell in love with this dressing when recreating a Brooklyn Avenue Sandwich from Mad Men.

    Pastrami, Russian Dressing, with cole slaw on rye bread sounded too good to be true.

    One bite and I was in heaven (and my family begged me to make the sandwiches multiple times).

    It made me realize what I’d been missing not having it my life.

    Use Ideas:

    • As a spread on any sandwich.
    • As Russian salad dressing.
    • Make a classic Crab Louie salad with crab meat, hard-boiled eggs, tomato, asparagus on iceberg or romaine lettuce.
    • Make a classic Reuben Sandwich with sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese on rye bread. Or the Rachel Sandwich (a twist with turkey and coleslaw).
    • Try this Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken recipe.
    • Add it to a Burger.
    • Another deli sandwich, the triple-decker New Jersey Sloppy Joe uses two meats and more delicious ingredients.

    Russian Dressing with pastrami sandwich

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    Recipe

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    Russian Dressing

    Russian Dressing is a spicy, creamy dressing perfect on salads or as a dressing on sandwiches. It's easy to make at home and delicious!
    5 from 44 votes
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    Course: salad dressing, Sauce
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Chilling Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 2-tablespoons servings (makes 1 cup total)
    Calories: 115kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup Mayonnaise
    • ½ cup Chile Sauce
    • 1 teaspoon Smoked Hot Paprika
    • 1 tablespoon prepared Horseradish
    • 1 teaspoon Pimentos Canned or jarred
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
    • 10 small chives chopped

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a blender (or in a mixing bowl using an immersion blender); pulse into a smooth mixture.
    • Transfer into a sealable container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

    Notes

    Chile Sauce: I used Heinz Chile Sauce which is available at most grocery stores.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 831mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    1. John says

      March 28, 2021 at 5:45 pm

      Thanks for the recipe Toni. I am going camping and wanting to make this dressing for the 1-week trip. Do you think the dressing would last a week in the fridge?

      Thanks

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      • Toni Dash says

        March 28, 2021 at 6:13 pm

        Hi John. If you keep it in a well sealed (air tight) container refrigerated it should be fine. Have a great trip!

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    2. Dave Zieber says

      March 22, 2021 at 6:19 pm

      Perfect enhancement for Ruben sandwiches! Have tried several home made & ready made Russian & Thousand dressings. This is the best one yet! The only variation the I made was subbing about 1/3rd cup of Sirachi sauce for chili sauce. Thank you! Will use this again.

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      • Toni Dash says

        March 23, 2021 at 6:52 am

        Thanks Dave! So glad you liked it.

        Reply
    3. Marti says

      November 10, 2020 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      Iโ€™ve been making Moosewoodโ€™s tempeh Reuben sandwich for years, but last night I made then with this Russian dressing instead of store bought. My family raved about the new flavor; Iโ€™ll never go back! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Toni Dash says

        November 10, 2020 at 9:02 pm

        Itโ€™s such a simple addition but makes such an impact doesnโ€™t it? So glad you love it too.

        Reply
    4. Dean says

      November 06, 2020 at 5:08 pm

      5 stars
      Made this without messing around with the recipe and it’s great. I’d use this for a slaw dressing or even making deviled eggs! Might add more heat next time, maybe a dash of cayenne. Thanks for sharing this!

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