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Russian mayonnaise

Russian mayonnaise

7.2
A thick cold sauce of mayonnaise mixed with horseradish, onion, and ketchup
  • noun
  • US
translation icon : mayonesa rusa
  • The recipe calls for Russian mayonnaise to enhance the flavor of the potato salad.

Examples

  • She served the shrimp cocktail with a generous dollop of Russian mayonnaise on top.

  • Have you tried Russian mayonnaise with caviar?

  • I prefer to add zest to my sandwiches by using Russian mayonnaise instead of plain condiments.

  • I love Russian mayonnaise on my sandwiches.

  • Many people enjoy using Russian mayonnaise as a unique dip for fresh vegetables.

  • In our family, Russian mayonnaise is a must-have ingredient for holiday celebrations.

  • The chef recommends drizzling Russian mayonnaise over grilled fish for added flavor.

Synonyms

Russian dressing
vsRussian mayonnaise
  • US
2 3.5

A creamy sauce for salads and sandwiches made from mayonnaise, horseradish, onion, and ketchup

is the same flavors but served as a thick spread not a salad topping

Surface Forms

Russian mayonnaise singular
Russian mayonnaises plural

Morphology

Russian + mayonnaise

The compound is compositionally clear: 'Russian' marks origin or style and 'mayonnaise' names the condiment, so a B1 learner who knows both words will understand it denotes a Russian-style/variant mayonnaise. Specific ingredients (horseradish, caviar, ketchup) are culturally specific and not predictable, but the general meaning as a regional/flavored mayonnaise is transparent.

Etymology

Russian mayonnaise likely comes from mixing plain mayonnaise with ingredients common in Russian dishes, such as sharp horseradish, grated onion and sometimes caviar. So the name helps you remember it is a richer, spicier version of 'mayonnaise' rather than plain mayo.