Best 16 German Potato Salad With Chopped Ham Recipes

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German potato salad with chopped ham, known as "Kartoffelsalat mit Schinkenspeck", is a classic German dish that combines the flavors of tangy vinegar, creamy mayonnaise, and savory ham with the hearty texture of potatoes. This versatile salad can be served warm or cold, making it a perfect side dish for both summer barbecues and cozy winter gatherings. With variations ranging from simple to elaborate, there's a recipe for every palate and occasion. Discover the secrets to creating an unforgettable German potato salad with chopped ham that will delight your family and friends.

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GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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My German Potato Salad is made with vinegar, bacon, and onion and can be served warm or cold. A perfect hearty side dish for any occasion, from holiday dinners to BBQs!

Provided by Julia Foerster

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds waxy potatoes
6-8 slices bacon (finely diced)
½ cup finely chopped onion
¾ cup beef stock
6 Tbsp white vinegar
1 tsp mustard (Dijon or mild German mustard)
2 Tbsp vegetable oil (sunflower or avocado oil work best)
1 tsp sugar
½ tsp salt (or more to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper (freshly ground )
2 Tbsp chopped parsley (or chives)

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes in a large pot covered with an inch of water over high heat until tender, about 20 minutes depending on the size of the potatoes.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Take out the bacon and set it aside, leave the rendered fat in the pan. Add the onion to the pan and saute until translucent but not browned, about 3-4 mins (Image 1). Add beef broth and bring to a simmer. Turn down the heat and add vinegar, mustard, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper (Image 2).
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly so you can handle them. Peel the potatoes. Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch slices or cubes and put them in a large bowl. (Image 3)
  • Pour the hot dressing over the potatoes. Mix the salad gently then fold in the bacon pieces (Image 4). Let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before serving so that the potatoes can absorb the flavor of the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 437 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GERMAN POTATO SALAD WITH CHOPPED HAM



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A flavorful twist to a German classic, this potato salad gets a big boost of flavor from our ham.

Provided by Farmland

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cubed (such as Black Gold Farms)
1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
1 (16 ounce) package Farmland® Sliced Ham, cut into strips about 1/2-inch wide
1 cup diced white onion
½ cup white vinegar
½ cup Dijon mustard
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup minced fresh chives
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • While potatoes are cooking, heat pan over medium heat and add oil. When oil is hot, add sliced ham and cook until lightly browned with crispy, golden edges, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and allow to cool slightly. While still warm, gently mix potatoes in large bowl with all other ingredients. Taste for seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 1479.9 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

GERMAN-STYLE POTATO AND HAM SALAD



German-Style Potato and Ham Salad image

Provided by Melissa Roberts-Matar

Categories     Salad     Onion     Pork     Potato     Vegetable     Side     Bacon     Ham     Summer     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds medium (2 to 3 inches in diameter) red boiling potatoes, scrubbed well
1 pound medium asparagus, trimmed
5 bacon slices (5 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
5 ounces sliced Black Forest or other baked deli ham, slices stacked and cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-wide strips
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 cup)
1 cup finely chopped sweet onion such as Vidalia
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet gherkin pickles
3 tablespoons olive oil
7 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Steam potatoes in a vegetable steamer set over 1 inch of boiling water in a wide 4- to 5-quart pot, covered, until tender when pierced with a paring knife, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board.
  • Meanwhile, cook asparagus in a wide 4- to 5-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until just tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus with tongs to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain and pat dry. Cut off and reserve tips, then cut stalks into 1-inch pieces. Add tips and stalks to a large bowl.
  • Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, reserving bacon drippings in skillet.
  • Once potatoes have cooled to warm, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Add to bowl with asparagus, along with bacon, ham, celery, onion, parsley, and pickle.
  • Return skillet with bacon drippings to moderately high heat. Add oil, then whisk in vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring and scraping up brown bits, 30 seconds. Immediately pour hot dressing over potato salad and toss to coat.

WARM GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 to 1 1/2 pounds new potatoes
1/4 pound bacon
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup cider vinegar
Fresh snipped chives, optional garnish
Minced parsley, optional garnish
Hard boiled eggs, optional garnish

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes and cook in boiling salted water until tender. Drain and, while hot, skin and cut into 1/4-inch slices. You should have about 4 cups. Set aside.
  • Place bacon in a skillet and fry until almost crisp. Remove bacon from pan and add onion and celery, cook until tender and transparent, remove from pan.
  • Drain off all but one tablespoon of bacon fat; add flour, sugar, salt and pepper to skillet stir until slightly browned. Add vinegar and water and cook until mixture is slightly thickened. Add back the bacon, onion, and celery.
  • Pour hot dressing over potatoes; stir gently to blend. The potatoes should look glossy. Garnish with hard-boiled egg slices, sprinkle minced parsley, and chives over top. Serve warm.
  • This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

TRADITIONAL GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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While beef broth might seem like an unexpected ingredient, it's a must for authentic German potato salad. Mixed with sauteed onions, it gives the vinegary slices of Yukon Golds an extra savory touch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 small white onions, finely diced (about 1 cup)
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes, and place in a large pot with enough water to cover by several inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, add 1 tablespoon salt, and reduce to a gentle boil. Cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 10 minutes.
  • While the potatoes cook, combine the vinegar, sugar, and remaining 2 teaspoons salt in a small saucepan, and place over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Drain potatoes into a colander. Using gloves or paper towels to protect your hands, slice the hot potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds. Drizzle with hot vinegar mixture, gently stirring until all potatoes are coated. Set aside.
  • Saute bacon in a large skillet placed over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until browned and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon; transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Drain excess fat from skillet, leaving a thin coating in bottom. Add onions; saute until translucent but not browned.
  • Add beef broth; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer, and cook until reduced by half, about 20 minutes. Pour over the reserved warm potato mixture, and sprinkle with the reserved bacon and chopped parsley. Gently stir to combine, and serve immediately.

HOT GERMAN POTATO SALAD III



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A variation on potato salad - delicious!

Provided by Tequila

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 potatoes, peeled
6 slices bacon
¾ cup chopped onions
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon celery seed
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup water
⅓ cup distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 30 minutes. Drain, cool and slice thin.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside, reserving drippings.
  • Saute onions in bacon drippings until they are golden-brown.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, celery seed, and pepper. Add to the sauteed onions and cook and stir until bubbly, then remove from heat. Stir in water and vinegar, then return to the stove and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for one minute. Carefully stir bacon and sliced potatoes into the vinegar/water mixture, stirring gently until potatoes are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 512.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 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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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

GERMAN POTATO SALAD



German Potato Salad image

I'd always loved my grandmother's German potato salad. So when I married a potato farmer-and had spuds in abundance-I played with several recipes that sounded similar and came up with this salad that reminds me of hers. - Sue Hartman, Parma, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 bacon strips
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/3 cups water
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
6 cups sliced cooked peeled potatoes

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, fry bacon until crisp; remove and set aside. Drain all but 2-3 tablespoons of drippings; cook onion until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Add water and vinegar; cook and stir for 1 minute or until slightly thickened. , Stir in sugar until dissolved. Crumble bacon; gently stir in bacon and potatoes. Heat through, stirring lightly to coat potatoes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CLASSIC GERMAN POTATO SALAD



Classic German Potato Salad image

This potato salad is a classic side for any German meal.-Mae Wagners, Pickerington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 to 2 pounds bacon
3-1/2 pounds potatoes, boiled, peeled and diced (about 7 cups)
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups water
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Crumble bacon. In a large bowl, toss bacon with potatoes and onion; set aside. In the drippings, combine flour and sugar. Combine water, vinegar, salt and pepper; stir into skillet. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in cream. Pour over potato mixture; toss gently to coat. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT GERMAN POTATO SALAD



Hot German Potato Salad image

No need to take a trip to Germany to enjoy this delicious Hot German Potato Salad. Our Hot German Potato Salad recipe combines bacon, cider vinegar and sugar for a sure-fire potluck hit. This perfect side dish serves six but can easily be doubled for a crowd. Looking to add a little color to your Hot German Potato Salad? Mix in some freshly sliced chives, and enjoy.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/3 lb medium red potatoes (about 5)
3 slices bacon, cut in 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon Gold Medal™ All-Purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, place potatoes; add enough water just to cover potatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 30 to 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut potatoes into 3/4-inch dice.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
  • Cook onion in bacon fat in skillet over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in sugar, flour, salt, celery seed and pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir water and vinegar into onion mixture. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir in potatoes and cook, stirring gently to coat potatoes, until hot and bubbling. Top with bacon. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize About 2/3 Cup, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

GERMAN POTATO SALAD



German Potato Salad image

This is a really good hot potato salad that my mother used to make for us. You can vary the amount of vinegar and sugar to change the taste around.

Provided by April

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 potatoes
4 slices bacon
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
⅓ cup water
¼ cup white wine vinegar
½ cup chopped green onions
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes; cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and chop.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Reserve bacon fat.
  • Add the flour, sugar, water and vinegar to skillet and cook in reserved bacon fat over medium heat until dressing is thick.
  • Add bacon, potatoes and green onions to skillet and stir until coated. Cook until heated and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 250.2 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

POTLUCK GERMAN POTATO SALAD



Potluck German Potato Salad image

This is a big hit at church potlucks. One man says he comes only so that he can eat my potato salad! -Kathleen Rabe, Kiel, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds small Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled (about 10)
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup water
1/2 cup white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat; simmer, uncovered, just until tender, 12-15 minutes. Add the celery and onion; continue cooking until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes longer. Drain; set aside., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together the next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook until thickened, about 2 minutes., When cool enough to handle, slice the potatoes; return to saucepan with celery and onions. Add vinegar mixture, tossing to combine. Add bacon. Simmer mixture 10-12 minutes or until heated through. Serve potato salad warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

HOT AND FAST GERMAN POTATO SALAD



Hot and Fast German Potato Salad image

This is fast and tangy. Everyone would have the ingredients in their kitchen. Simple and tasty. This comes from my grandma

Provided by Auntie Jan

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 potatoes, sliced in chunks
1 small onion, sliced in rings
1 -1 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Boil your potatoes in hot salted water.
  • Drain when just done(no mush here) and immediately add the onion.
  • Then add your salad dressing.
  • Toss until coated.
  • Eat warm and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.3, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Sodium 985, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 7.3, Protein 4.7

BAKED GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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What makes this German potato salad so different is that it's sweet instead of tangy. During the holidays, my family has an annual ham dinner, and I always prepare it. The first time I took it to work, people kept coming out of their offices to find out what smelled so good. By lunch, it was gone. Now I make a double batch to take to work! -Julie Myers, Lexington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 medium red potatoes (about 3 pounds)
8 bacon strips
2 medium onions, chopped
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup water, divided
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup sweet pickle juice
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon celery seed
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook potatoes until just tender; drain. Peel and slice into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish; set aside. , In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. Saute onions in drippings until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, 1/2 cup water, vinegar, pickle juice, parsley, salt and celery seed. Simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine flour and remaining water until smooth; stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over potatoes. Add bacon; gently stir to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (21g 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:

  • Use waxy potatoes: They hold their shape better than starchy potatoes when cooked.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy.
  • Use a sharp knife to dice the potatoes: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Do not rinse the potatoes after boiling: This will remove the starch that helps to thicken the dressing.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the dressing: Overmixing will make the potato salad gummy.
  • Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

German potato salad with chopped ham is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy dressing, tender potatoes, and smoky ham, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you are looking for a new side dish to try, give this German potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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