Nüsslisalat mit Speck (Lamb’s Lettuce Salad with Bacon)

Name: Nüsslisalat mit Speck (Lamb’s Lettuce Salad with Bacon)
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Switzerland
Ingredients: Lamb's lettuce (corn salad), washed — 200 g (7 oz); Bacon, diced — 100 g (3.5 oz); Hard-boiled eggs, quartered — 2; Small shallot, finely chopped — 1; White wine vinegar — 30 ml (2 tbsp); Vegetable oil — 45 ml (3 tbsp); Mustard — 1 tsp; Salt and pepper — to taste

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Servings

Ingredients

Lamb's lettuce (corn salad), washed — 200 g (7 oz)
Bacon, diced — 100 g (3.5 oz)
Hard-boiled eggs, quartered — 2
Small shallot, finely chopped — 1
White wine vinegar — 30 ml (2 tbsp)
Vegetable oil — 45 ml (3 tbsp)
Mustard — 1 tsp
Salt and pepper — to taste

Method

Fry the diced bacon in a dry pan over medium heat until crisp, about 5-6 minutes, then set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of the fat.
Whisk together the reserved bacon fat, vinegar, oil, mustard, shallot, salt and pepper to make a warm dressing.
Place the lamb's lettuce in a large bowl and pour over the warm dressing, tossing gently.
Divide onto plates, top with the crisp bacon and quartered hard-boiled eggs, and serve immediately.

Introduction: Nüsslisalat, or lamb’s lettuce, thrives in Switzerland’s cooler months and is traditionally paired with crisp bacon and a warm vinaigrette, a beloved seasonal salad that appears on menus across the country each autumn and winter.

Cultural Background: Nüsslisalat, or lamb’s lettuce, thrives in Switzerland’s cooler months and is traditionally paired with crisp bacon and a warm vinaigrette, a beloved seasonal salad that appears on menus across the country each autumn and winter.

Tips: Toss the delicate lettuce with the dressing just before serving so it doesn’t wilt too much. Wash lamb’s lettuce very thoroughly, as it tends to hold soil close to the roots.

Variations: Add thin apple slices for a touch of sweetness. Top with croutons for extra crunch.

Storage: Best served immediately; not suitable for storing once dressed.

Reheating: Not applicable — this is a fresh salad served immediately after assembly.

FAQs:

Q: What is lamb’s lettuce?

A: Also called corn salad or mâche, it’s a mild, tender leafy green that grows well in cool weather.

Q: Can I substitute the lettuce with something else?

A: Baby spinach or watercress make reasonable substitutes if lamb’s lettuce isn’t available.