Kartoffelsalat – Germany

Here’s a classic recipe for Kartoffelsalat, German Potato Salad:

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds (about 1 kg) potatoes, preferably waxy varieties
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 6 slices of bacon, diced
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Boil Potatoes: Start by boiling the potatoes in salted water until they are tender but still firm. You can leave the skin on for extra texture and flavor. Once cooked, drain and let them cool slightly.
2. Slice Potatoes: Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them into 1/4-inch rounds. Place the slices in a large mixing bowl.
3. Cook Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.
4. Sauté Onions: In the same skillet with the bacon fat, sauté the finely chopped red onions until they become translucent.
5. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the vegetable or chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. This forms the dressing for the potato salad.
6. Combine Ingredients: Pour the dressing over the sliced potatoes. Add the sautéed onions and crispy bacon. Gently toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the dressing.
7. Let it Marinate: Allow the potato salad to marinate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the potatoes to absorb the dressing.
8. Serve: Before serving, give the potato salad a final toss. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
9. Enjoy: Kartoffelsalat can be served warm or at room temperature. It’s a great side dish for grilled meats or enjoyed on its own.

Remember, variations of Kartoffelsalat exist across different regions of Germany, so feel free to adjust the recipe to suit your taste preferences. Guten Appetit!