Definition

Noun: - A type of mayonnaise-based sauce: This is a specific culinary preparation where mayonnaise is combined with horseradish, grated onion, and a chili sauce or ketchup. In some variations, caviar is also added to the mixture.

Usage Notes

• This term refers specifically to a condiment or sauce, not a brand or a standard commercial product. It describes a particular recipe combination.
• It is used in culinary contexts to describe a flavorful, piquant sauce often served with meats, seafood, or as a sandwich spread.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe for the steak topping calls for Russian mayonnaise.
  • He prepared a batch of Russian mayonnaise to accompany the smoked salmon.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to refer to a dish that features this sauce prominently.
  • The "Beef Tartare à la Russe" is essentially steak tartare served with Russian mayonnaise.

Variants and Related Words

• Remoulade: (n.) A similar cold sauce, often mayonnaise-based, containing herbs, pickles, and capers. Russian mayonnaise can be considered a type of remoulade.
• Mayonnaise: (n.) The base emulsion of egg yolk, oil, and vinegar or lemon juice from which Russian mayonnaise is made.

Synonyms

• Spiced mayonnaise: A more generic descriptive term.
• Horseradish mayonnaise: Highlights one of the key ingredients.

Related Phrases

• To dress with Russian mayonnaise: To coat or top a food item with this sauce.
  • The chef prefers to dress the crab cakes with Russian mayonnaise.

Noun

1. mayonnaise with horseradish grated onion and chili sauce or catsup; sometimes with caviar added