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German Potato Salad

Ultimate Cozy Old-Style German Potato Salad – Warm Hug in a Bowl

This comforting old-style German potato salad is served warm with a tangy bacon vinaigrette.Tender potatoes soak up a savory-sweet dressing made with mustard and vinegar.A perfect side dish for family dinners, potlucks, or festive gatherings.Simple ingredients, rich flavor, and pure cozy satisfaction in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes sliced
  • 6 strips bacon chopped
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Boil sliced potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, then drain.
  2. Cook chopped bacon in a skillet until crispy, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet sauté onion and garlic in bacon fat until soft.
  4. Stir in vinegar, mustard, sugar, and chicken broth and simmer briefly.
  5. Add warm potatoes to the skillet and gently toss to coat.
  6. Stir in crispy bacon and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

📝 Recipe Notes

• Use waxy potatoes for best texture.
• Do not overmix to avoid breaking the potatoes.
• Taste and adjust vinegar for preferred tanginess.
• Best served warm but can be enjoyed at room temperature.

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