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German Potato Salad

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πŸ₯” Enjoy the warm comfort of German Potato Salad with tender red potatoes and crispy bacon in a tangy, flavorful dressing.
🍽️ This classic side dish is perfect for pairing with grilled foods or serving at Oktoberfest celebrations to bring authentic taste to your table.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

– 2 pounds (approximately 900 grams) red potatoes

– 1 teaspoon salt for boiling

– 12 ounces (about 340 grams) bacon

– 1/3 cup (about 80 milliliters) apple cider vinegar

– 1 to 3 tablespoons granulated sugar to taste

– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

– 1/2 teaspoon salt for seasoning

– Freshly ground black pepper to taste

– 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (about 3 cloves)

– 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1-Prep the potatoes: Wash 2 pounds of red potatoes and cut into evenly sized pieces. Boil in cold water with 1 teaspoon salt until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

2-Steam dry: Drain and let them sit in the pot uncovered for a few minutes. This helps them absorb the dressing without getting mushy.

3-Cook the bacon: Cut 12 ounces bacon into pieces and fry in a pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, keep the grease hot.

4-Build the dressing: Slowly add 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar, 1-3 tablespoons sugar (taste as you go), 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to the bacon grease. Simmer, then stir in 1 tablespoon minced garlic until fragrant.

5-Toss gently: Add sliced potatoes to the dressing, mix carefully to coat without breaking them.

6-Finish up: Fold in crispy bacon and 1/2 cup chopped parsley. Serve warm or hot.

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Notes

πŸ₯” Steam drying potatoes helps them absorb the dressing better for richer flavor.
πŸ₯“ Retain bacon grease for the dressing to enhance the classic taste.
🌿 Use fresh parsley and garlic for the best aromatic and fresh flavors.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling and SautΓ©ing
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving