Every Czech family has its own tradition when it comes to Christmas potato salad. Shredded apple or ribbons of ham and salami are popular add-ins; sweet pickled peppers or a dollop of tartar sauce also give this common sidedish a festive kick. No matter how you make it, no holiday carp feast is complete without the bramborový salát.
Czech food blogger Mona Jaoua has shared her family’s favorite potato salad recipe and it’s basic enough to allow for endless variations (it’s also vegetarian-friendly). Recipes for additional Czech holiday eats—including fish soup—can be found on Mona’s blog.
In a large mixing bowl add the peas, chopped gherkins, and mixed pickled vegetables. Coarsely grate the onion into the bowl allowing some of the juices to flavor the salad.
In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and mustard.
Add the cooled, peeled, and diced potatoes and cubed eggs to the vegetables. Using your hands, gently stir ingredients to combine. Add the dressing, mixing just enough to coat the vegetables, not mash the potatoes!