German Potato Salad

₦ 5,000.00

A savory, tangy, and hearty potato salad from Southern Germany, traditionally served warm. Unlike its creamy American counterpart, this salad features tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a flavorful dressing made with vinegar, mustard, and bacon drippings. It’s a comforting side dish, perfect for barbecues, Oktoberfest, or cozy family dinners.

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Servings

schedule
35 Minutes

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Ingredients

For the Salad:
2 lbs (900g) waxy potatoes (e.g., Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 small red onion, finely diced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp whole grain mustard
1 tbsp sugar (or honey)
¼ cup reserved bacon drippings (or olive oil)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp beef or vegetable broth (optional, for thinning)

Instructions

Cut potatoes into cubes and boil them in salted water for 10-15 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon, leaving the fat in the pan. Add the diced onion to the fat and cook until soft.
Reduce the heat and whisk in the apple cider vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add broth or water to thin it if needed.
Pour the warm dressing over the warm potatoes. Toss gently, then mix in the crispy bacon and parsley. Serve warm.