The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2398 — Small Pies with Sago and Salmon
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2398 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Boil a glass white sago in water as described in the notes on pies in Section XI, drain, rinse cold and let drip dry.
Season with salt and mix with two spoons oil and dill.
Spread on rolled pastry, add a layer salmon, black pepper and optional spring onion, then cover with more sago and pastry.
Brush with water or oil, sprinkle rusks and bake in a hot oven.
To provide
1⅛ glasses white sago, about ½ pound ¼ glass oil and 1½ pounds salmon | Dill, salt and pepper Pastry ingredients separately |
Historical editorial note: The source repeats pie No. 2374.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2398. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.