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Authentic German Potato Salad

A close-up of a bowl of warm German potato salad, featuring small boiled potatoes, crispy bacon bits, and fresh dill.
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A warm, no-mayo German potato salad featuring tender waxy potatoes and a tangy bacon vinaigrette. This recipe is perfect as an Oktoberfest side dish or a cookout favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds waxy potatoes (like Yukon Gold or red potatoes), scrubbed
  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes cook, fry the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet with bacon fat and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, and water in a small bowl.
  5. Pour the vinaigrette mixture into the skillet with the onions. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened.
  6. Cut the warm, peeled potatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices and place them in a large bowl.
  7. Pour the warm vinaigrette over the potatoes. Gently toss to coat.
  8. Add the reserved crisp bacon, chopped parsley, and dill (if using) to the salad.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently again.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • For best results, use waxy potatoes as they hold their shape well when cooked and dressed.
  • You can prepare the vinaigrette and cook the bacon ahead of time. Reheat the vinaigrette gently before dressing the potatoes.
  • This salad is best served warm, but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.

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