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German potato salad recipe - A bowl of warm German potato salad topped with bacon and parsley.

Authentic Warm German Potato Salad

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A traditional Southern German potato salad featuring tender waxy potatoes, crispy bacon, and a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing. Served warm for the ultimate comfort experience.

  • Total Time: PT40M
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
Step 2: While potatoes cook, fry the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove bacon to a paper towel, leaving the fat in the pan.
Step 3: Add the diced red onion to the bacon fat and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 4: Whisk in the apple cider vinegar, water, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 5: Drain the cooked potatoes. While still warm, peel (optional) and slice them into 1/4 inch rounds.
Step 6: Pour the warm dressing over the potato slices and gently toss to coat. Fold in the crispy bacon and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Always slice potatoes while they are warm so they absorb the dressing properly. If the salad is too dry, add a splash of warm water.

  • Prep Time: PT15M
  • Cook Time: PT25M
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 245 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg