
If you are thinking German potato salad you are most likely thinking about this old-fashioned hot potato salad. You will find it in the kitchens and beer gardens all over Southern Germany.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 pounds potatoes
- ½ medium onion
- 4 oz bouillon
- 4 oz bacon
- 6 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 dash sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp fresh chives
- salt and pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Gently simmer the potatoes until just done.
- In the meantime, cut the bacon into small pieces and fry until crispy. Drain the fat and transfer the bacon to a separate bowl.
- Cut the onion into small dice and add to a salad bowl. Add the vinegar and oil. Mix well.
- When the potatoes are done, drain the water. Peel the potatoes, cut them into ½" thick slices, and add to the onions. Mix well.
- Pour the bouillon into a small measuring cup. Finely chop the herbs and add them to the broth. Add sugar, salt, and pepper to the broth.
- Pour the broth-herb mixture over the potatoes and mix well.
- Add the bacon and serve while still warm.
NOTES
- waxy potatoes such as Yukon Gold are best for this recipe
- to keep the potatoes warm as you are making this dish, you can place the salad bowl in a bigger bowl with hot water
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