Best 3 Authentic German Potato Salad Recipes

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German potato salad is a classic German side dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be served warm or cold, and it can be made with a variety of ingredients. One of the best things about German potato salad is that it is relatively easy to make, making it a great option for busy families. With the right ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create an authentic German potato salad that will be sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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This is my mother's recipe. Everyone, German or not, loves it. It is easy to double the recipe as well. I often bring it to potlucks, and we also have it at home on special occasions. There are usually no leftovers, but if there are, they don't last long!

Provided by Angela Louise Miller

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups diced peeled potatoes
4 slices bacon
1 small onion, diced
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • Place the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry until browned and crisp, turning as needed. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add onion to the bacon grease, and cook over medium heat until browned. Add the vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper to the pan. Bring to a boil, then add the potatoes and parsley. Crumble in half of the bacon. Heat through, then transfer to a serving dish. Crumble the remaining bacon over the top, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 796 mg, Sugar 11 g

AUTHENTIC GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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This authentic German potato salad recipe came from Speck's Restaurant, which was a famous eating establishment in St. Louis from the 1920s through the '50s. I ate lunch there almost every day and always ordered the potato salad. When the owner learned I was getting married, he gave me the recipe as a wedding gift! -Violette Klevorn, Washington, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 4 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. , Stir in the flour, salt, celery seed and pepper until blended. Gradually add the sugar, vinegar and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Cut potatoes into 1/4-in. slices. Add potatoes and bacon to the skillet; cook and stir gently over low heat until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

AUTHENTIC GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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-=Please note that this recipe has recently been "adopted" by me and edited March 2005=- Potato salads are standard fare at a summer barbecue. But, when it's 90 degrees outside, a light German potato salad is a tastier, healthier and safer alternative to a heavy, mayonnaise based salad (which can harbor harmful bacteria after lying in the hot weather for too long). Try this recipe for German potato salad at your next barbecue.

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb potato, scrubbed
1 1/4 cups hot vegetable stock
5 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon coarse German mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/3 cucumber
1 large pickle
5 ounces cooked bacon, chopped (optional)
2 spring onions, chopped
2 small onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh chives
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cut the potatoes into large cubes and boil in salted water until tender. Drain and pour the hot vegetable stock over them. Leave until cool, by which time they should have absorbed the stock.
  • Whisk the oil with the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Halve the cucumber lengthways, scoop out the seeds with a teaspoon and dice the flesh into cubes. Chop the pickle to the same size.
  • Mix the cooked bacon, cucumber, pickle, onions, chives and dressing into the cooled potatoes.
  • Gently mix in the tomatoes and set aside in the fridge for an hour or two.
  • It is best only lightly chilled so remove at least half an hour before serving.
  • Check the seasoning and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 734.8, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 5.6, Protein 3.5

Tips:

  • For the best potato salad, use waxy potatoes that hold their shape well, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender, but not mushy. You should be able to easily insert a fork into the potatoes, but they should not fall apart.
  • While the potatoes are boiling, prepare the dressing. This will give the flavors time to meld.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the potato salad. Over-mixing will make the potatoes mushy.
  • Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the salad to firm up.

Conclusion:

German potato salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and it is also a popular dish to serve at picnics and potlucks. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a great way to enjoy a taste of Germany.

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