crunchy german potato salad

Whitewater, WI
Updated on Sep 3, 2020

There are so many different versions of German Potato Salad. This one adds a bit of crunch but does not contain mayonnaise. My husband does not like cucumber, so I skip it. I love Salata vinegar - carried at German speciality stores or on-line.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled
  • 1 1/4 cups hot chicken or beef bouillon
  • 1/3 cup grapeseed oil - or other neutral oil
  • 3 tablespoons german vinegar - or white distilled vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grainy mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 small cucumber, optional
  • 1-2 large dill or german pickle
  • 1 medium onion, minced
  • 2 - green onions, chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons real bacon bits or crumbled bacon
  • 1-2 tablespoon chopped chives or green part of green onions
  • 6 cherry tomatoes, halved, optional

How To Make crunchy german potato salad

  • Step 1
    Cut the potatoes into cubes; boil in salted water until easily pierced by fork.
  • Step 2
    Drain and pour the hot bouillon over them then allow to cool - liquid should be absorbed. If not, pour off the excess before you add the other ingredients.
  • Step 3
    In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    Scoop out seeds from cucumber. Cut the into small dice. (Or skip them - your choice) Mince pickles. (In a pinch, use about 2 tablespoons of dill relish)
  • Step 5
    Mix the bacon, cucumber, pickle, onions, chives and dressing into the cooled potatoes.
  • Step 6
    Gently mix in the tomatoes, if using. Can chill in the fridge for an hour or two, or serve room temperature. Adjust seasonings and serve.

Discover More

Category: Potatoes
Culture: German
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top
Keyword: #Austria

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