Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Anchovy | 100g | 210 |
| Potato | 1 medium (173g) baked | 161 |
| Egg | 1 large egg (50g) | 78 |
| Cream | 1 tbsp (15ml) heavy | 51 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Vinegar | 1 tbsp (15ml) distilled | 3 |
| Chives | 1 tbsp (3g) | 1 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
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- New potatoes - 700g (1 lb) small,
- Hard-boiled eggs - 2 yolks only,
- Cayenne pepper - large pinch,
- Caster sugar - 1 tsp,
- Anchovy essence - * tsp,
- Herb vinegar - 1 tbsp,
- Double cream - 150 ml (5 fl oz),
- Fresh chives - snipped for garnish.
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Directions
1. Cook the potatoes in their skins in boiling water for 10-15 minutes, until tender.
2. Mash the egg yolks, cayenne pepper and sugar to a paste with the anchovy essence, vinegar and 1 teaspoon of cold water. Stir in the cream.
3. When the potatoes are cooked, drain thoroughly and toss with the dressing. Serve warm or cold, garnished with the snipped chives.
VARIATION: Replace the cream with soured cream or natural yogurt and substitute the anchovy essence for 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs such as tarragon, chives, mint or parsley.