Easy German Potato Salad Recipe:- Give those heavy, boring potato salads with a lot of mayo a break. Make a traditional warm German potato salad instead. This meal is made with tender, sliced potatoes and onions combined with sweet and tangy sauce and bacon. It’s loaded with taste and texture, just like all the best potato salad recipes.
Easy German Potato Salad Recipe
The fact that this salad is served heated straight out of the skillet is what really makes it unique from other potato salads. German potato salad is a favorite summertime side dish for potlucks and barbecues, but it can also be served year-round as an accompaniment to roast beef or chicken, bratwurst with sauerkraut, or pork chops.
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds medium red potatoes
- 5 bacon strips, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1-1/4 cups sugar
- 1 cup cider vinegar
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Directions
Put potatoes in a Dutch oven and pour water over them. Heat till boiling. Once the food is cooked, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. Empty and allow to cool.
Cook bacon in big skillet over medium heat until crisp, then remove with slotted spoon to paper towels. Remove, setting aside 4 tablespoons of the pan’s drippings. Add onion and cook until softened.
Blend in the flour, pepper, celery seed, and salt. Add the water, vinegar, and sugar gradually. Over medium-high heat, bring to a boil; simmer and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Dice potatoes into quarter-inch pieces. When the potatoes and bacon are well heated, add them to the skillet and simmer, stirring occasionally, over low heat. Add a little parsley on top. Warm up and serve.
Nutrition Facts
- 3/4 cup: 344 calories,
- 7g fat (2g saturated fat),
- 2mg cholesterol,
- 719mg sodium,
- 63g carbohydrate
- (34g sugars, 3g fiber),
- 6g protein.
FAQs
Should you cook whole or already sliced potatoes for German potato salad?
When potatoes are cool enough to handle, it’s preferable to cook them whole and then slice them. This guarantees that every slice remains whole for the potato salad. They can come apart and you run the risk of overcooking them if you slice them first. To improve the dressing’s absorption, you want perfectly soft potato slices.
Why is German potato salad served warm?
It’s customary to serve German potato salad warm since the warmth enhances the flavors of sour, sweet, and rich ingredients. Be at ease—German potato salad tastes just as well served cold if you lack the tools to reheat it or keep it warm for later. It can also be served safely at room temperature for an extended period of time, similar to recipes for picnic salads without mayo.
What should I serve with hot German Potato Salad?
Numerous grilled dishes pair well with this German potato salad recipe. Serve it with typical grill fare like hot dogs and hamburgers, or with any of our delicious grilled chicken recipes. Try some delicious pork schnitzel or sauerbraten with German potato salad. Bravo!