German Potato Salad

This authentic German Potato Salad is a comforting, warm side dish that celebrates the natural flavor of potatoes enhanced by a rich, savory dressing. Unlike cold mayonnaise-based salads, this version uses a hot broth of bacon drippings, vinegar, and sugar to create a glossy, tangy coating that soaks into the sliced potatoes. The key ingredients include crisp bacon, yellow or red potatoes, a touch of celery seed for aromatic depth, and a balance of sweet and acidic notes from sugar and vinegar. It offers a tender yet substantial texture with a savory punch that pairs perfectly with grilled meats or sausages. Ideal for summer barbecues, holiday feasts, or a hearty weeknight dinner, this dish is best served warm or at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Cuisine: German

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 439.9

Description

This authentic German Potato Salad is a comforting, warm side dish that celebrates the natural flavor of potatoes enhanced by a rich, savory dressing. Unlike cold mayonnaise-based salads, this version uses a hot broth of bacon drippings, vinegar, and sugar to create a glossy, tangy coating that soaks into the sliced potatoes. The key ingredients include crisp bacon, yellow or red potatoes, a touch of celery seed for aromatic depth, and a balance of sweet and acidic notes from sugar and vinegar. It offers a tender yet substantial texture with a savory punch that pairs perfectly with grilled meats or sausages. Ideal for summer barbecues, holiday feasts, or a hearty weeknight dinner, this dish is best served warm or at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Ingredients

6 sl Bacon 1 Teaspoons. celery seed
2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
1 cups Water
2 tablespoons Sugar
1/2 cups Vinegar
1 1/2 Teaspoons. salt
6 cups Sliced cooked potatoes

Directions

1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp.
2
Remove bacon from skillet and crumble into pieces, reserving 1/4 cup of the drippings.
3
Add chopped onion to the reserved bacon drippings and cook until tender.
4
Stir in flour, sugar, salt, celery seed, and pepper.
5
Gradually add water and vinegar, stirring constantly.
6
Cook and stir until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly.
7
Add the crumbled bacon and sliced cooked potatoes to the skillet.
8
Toss gently to coat potatoes with the dressing and heat thoroughly for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 439.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.6g49%
Saturated Fat 10.5g53%
Cholesterol 34.5mg12%
Sodium 4944.7mg207%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 28.3g57%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Garnish with fresh parsley and pimiento if desired for added color and freshness.

This salad is best served warm or at room temperature. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but the flavors improve as it sits.

Use yellow or red potatoes for the best texture, as they hold their shape well when sliced and heated.

Keywords: german, potato, salad, warm, bacon, vinegar, side, dish, summer, bbq, savory, tangy, classic, european, comfort, food

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