Description
Sizzling German potato salad showcases Bavaria’s culinary charm with crispy bacon, tangy vinegar, and hearty potatoes. Savory warmth and robust flavors invite you to savor this classic comfort dish straight from Germany’s heartland.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) red potatoes
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) sugar
Seasoning and Garnish:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Submerge whole potatoes in generously salted water, simmering for 15-20 minutes until easily pierced with a fork.
- Carefully drain potatoes and allow to cool momentarily, then slice into uniform quarter-inch thick rounds.
- Render bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer crispy bacon to paper towels, crumble into small pieces, and reserve the rendered fat in the skillet.
- Introduce finely chopped onions to the bacon fat, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Whisk vinegar, whole grain mustard, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper into the skillet, creating a vibrant warm dressing.
- Gently fold sliced potatoes and crumbled bacon into the tangy mixture, ensuring each potato piece is evenly coated.
- Remove skillet from heat, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the top for a bright finish.
- Serve immediately while still warm, allowing the robust flavors to fully develop.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture and ability to hold their shape during cooking.
- For a lighter version, substitute turkey bacon or use less bacon while maintaining the smoky flavor profile.
- Consider using apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar for a slightly sweeter, more complex tangy taste that complements the bacon.
- Make the dish vegetarian by replacing bacon with smoked paprika or liquid smoke to retain the deep, smoky essence without meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg