Description
Learn to make traditional German Potato Salad, a savory side dish featuring tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a tangy vinaigrette. This warm potato salad is dressed with a mixture of vinegar, mustard, and bacon drippings, making it a flavorful companion to sausages, grilled meats, or as part of a hearty meal. Quick to prepare and full of robust flavors, this dish is a favorite at gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
- Baby potatoes
- Bacon
- Onion
- Chicken or vegetable broth
- White wine vinegar
- Dijon mustard
- Sugar
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and slice the potatoes into rounds while still warm.
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté in the bacon drippings until softened.
- Stir in chicken or vegetable broth, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mixture is warmed through and slightly thickened.
- Pour the warm vinaigrette over the sliced potatoes and crumble the bacon on top. Toss gently to coat the potatoes evenly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- This salad is best served warm, but it can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
- Adjust the amount of vinegar and sugar to your taste for a more tangy or sweeter flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg