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German Potato Salad Recipe

German Potato Salad Recipe

5.2 from 27 reviews

This German Potato Salad recipe is a classic dish perfect for picnics or as a side dish. The tangy dressing combined with crispy bacon and tender baby potatoes makes for a flavorful and satisfying salad.

Ingredients

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Potato Salad:

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes

Dressing:

  • 1/2 pound bacon
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 and 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons minced chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook Potatoes: Boil baby potatoes until tender, then slice into rounds.
  2. Cook Bacon: Crisp up bacon, chop into pieces, and set aside.
  3. Sauté Onion: Cook chopped onion in bacon grease until translucent.
  4. Make Dressing: Combine vinegar, sugars, mustard, salt, and pepper in a skillet and cook until thickened.
  5. Combine: Add bacon, potatoes to the skillet, toss with dressing, and cook briefly.
  6. Serve: Transfer to a dish, top with bacon and chives, then serve warm.

Notes

  • This salad is best served warm or at room temperature.
  • You can adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the dressing to suit your preference.

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Keywords: German Potato Salad, Potato Salad Recipe, Side Dish, German Cuisine, Bacon Potato Salad