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Warm German Potato Salad
Warm German Potato Salad is tender sliced potatoes in a warm, smoky bacon dressing with white wine vinegar and fresh herbs. This authentic Swabian recipe comes together while the potatoes boil, making it an easy, crowd-pleasing side for cookouts and German dinners.
Servings 8
Calories 273kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds yellow potatoes boiled, peeled, sliced
- 6 ounces bacon sliced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons mustard Dijon or German mustard
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ⅓ cup white wine vinegar
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chives fresh, minced
- 2 tablespoons parsley fresh, minced
Instructions
Cook the Potatoes
- Place the unpeeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, add a little salt, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes, then peel and slice them while warm. Place them in a serving dish.
Make the Dressing (do this while the potatoes cook)
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet and cook the bacon until crisp. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and golden.
- Stir in the mustard and sugar. Pour in the white wine vinegar and beef broth, then simmer for a couple of minutes. Stir in the chives and parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble
- Pour the warm dressing over the warm potatoes. Toss gently so every slice is coated, then serve warm.
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Notes
MAKE AHEAD
Boil and slice the potatoes a few hours ahead and keep them covered. Make the warm dressing and toss everything together just before serving.Peel and slice the potatoes while they are still warm, then dress them right away. Warm potatoes soak up the most dressing, so this is the step that gives you the most flavor.
VINEGAR
White wine vinegar is traditional and gives the dressing its mild, bright tang. Apple cider vinegar works well too.Serve the salad fresh and warm. Out at a cookout, enjoy it within about two hours, or one hour on a hot day above 90 degrees.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 804mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg