-“Shuba” is a Ukrainian word that translates as “fur coat”. Russian Herring Under a Fur Coat Salad (Shuba Salad) is a traditional layered salad made with herring, vegetables, eggs, and mayonnaise. You can place beets on top of this salad, egg yolk, or egg whites which resemble a white fur coat -The dish has symbolic importance in Slavic households. It symbolizes the winter coats many use to keep warm and it's enjoyed during holidays like Christmas and the New Year celebration.