5 from 30 votes
Easy German Potato Salad Recipe
This Easy German Potato Salad uses Yukon Gold potatoes simmered just until tender, then fried with onions in bacon fat for a warm, flavorful dish. A tangy dressing of beef stock and white wine vinegar seasons the potatoes, finished with fresh parsley and crisp bacon bits for a smoky contrast. The salad can be served warm or cold, pairing well with sausages or grilled meats at casual meals or barbecues.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Servings:
12
Calories:
169 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
German, Dutch
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potato about ¾” thick, sliced
- 1 yellow onion peeled and medium diced
- 6 thick cut bacon thinly sliced strips
- ¾ cup beef stock
- 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons parsley finely minced, fresh
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the potatoes to a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 4 minutes or just until tender.
- Remove them from the water and strain in a colander and hold them there until ready to use.
- Next, add the bacon to a large frying pan or shallow rondeau pot over medium-high heat and cook for 4-6 minutes or until crisp and browned. Set them bacon aside.
- Turn the heat to high and add in the strained potatoes and onions and cook for 4-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir every minute using a spoon or spatula.
- Pour in the beef stock, vinegar, ¾ crisp bacon, salt, pepper, and parsley and mix until combined.
- Serve with remaining ¼ of the crisp cooked bacon and additional chopped parsley.
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Notes
- Prepare the salad up to one day in advance for developed flavors.
- Reheat gently on low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; freezing is possible but may affect texture and flavor.
- Serve warm or cold depending on preference.
- Pairs well with pork, sausage, schnitzel, or as a side at BBQs.
- Russet or red bliss potatoes can substitute for Yukon Gold.
- Vegetable stock can be used instead of beef stock for a lighter flavor.
- Ensure drained potatoes have minimal moisture before frying for better texture.
Nutrition Information
Calories
169kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
12mg
(4%)
Sodium
157mg
(7%)
Potassium
560mg
(12%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
65IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
24mg
(27%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 169kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 560mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.