German Potato Salad
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4.3
18 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Salad
German Potato Salad
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Made with red potatoes, plenty of bacon, and a tangy vinaigrette, this German potato salad is a delicious mayo-free side dish for any time of year.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds red potatoes halved or quartered depending on size (not peeled)
- 8 lices Bacon sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- 5-6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with about 2 inches of COLD water and 2 tablespoons of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat to a simmer and cook for about 5-10 minutes or until the potatoes are just fork tender.
- While the potatoes are cooking, cook the sliced bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and most of the fat has rendered out. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon from the pan, placing on a layer of paper towels to drain. Do not discard the bacon grease.
- Add the onion to the pan with the bacon fat and cook over medium heat until the onions are soft, 3-5 minutes. Once onions are soft, remove from the heat and add the mustard and 4 tablespoons of the vinegar to the pan. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste and whisk to combine.
- When the potatoes have finished cooking, drain them and spread them onto a large baking sheet. While they are still hot, drizzle them with 1-2 tablespoons of the remaining vinegar and sprinkle with a couple of pinches of salt. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Place the potatoes in a large bowl and add the dressing from the pan, tossing to combine. Fold in the cooked bacon and chives and taste for seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, and/or vinegar as needed.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Seasoning the potatoes with vinegar and salt while they are still hot is the key to this recipe. After you have seasoned the potatoes, let them rest for a couple of minutes, then taste and add more vinegar or salt if desired.
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