Kars Fish Salad

Ingredients

• 500 grams freshwater fish (trout or carp)
• 1 bunch fresh arugula
• 1 medium red onion
• 2 tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon sumac
• Half a bunch of fresh mint
• Salt and black pepper

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Clean the fish and boil it in slightly salted water for about 15-20 minutes.

2. 2

   Remove the boiled fish, let it cool, carefully remove skin and bones, and flake the meat.

3. 3

   Slice the red onion julienne and rub it with sumac.

4. 4

   Coarsely chop the arugula and fresh mint, and dice the tomatoes.

5. 5

   Gently toss the fish, vegetables, and onions together in a large bowl.

6. 6

   Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then drizzle over the salad.

Note. Adding a few sprigs of dill and a slice of lemon to the boiling water helps balance the fish aroma.