This Warm German Potato Salad is a classic party side! A no-mayo potato salad with tender potatoes, crispy bacon and a warm vinaigrette!
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds baby potatoes (we like the skin on but you can peel them if you like)
- 1 cup finely diced red onion
- 8 strips of bacon, cooked crisp and rough chopped – reserve drippings
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Fresh black pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/3 cup chopped parsley
- Drizzle of olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Start by steaming the potatoes in a steamer for about 15 minutes until fork tender. If you don’t have a steamer you can also boil the potatoes for about the same amount of time until the are just fork tender. Place the potatoes in a colander or a bowl and let them cool slightly while you make the bacon vinaigrette. See note*
- Add 1/4 cup of bacon drippings to a medium sized skillet over medium heat. Once the drippings are hot, add the red onion and cook for 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute longer and then season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the chicken broth and vinegar into the skillet, stir and let reduce for 3 minutes while on a low simmer. Whisk in the mustard and sugar and remove from the heat.
- Cut the potatoes in half and place them in a large serving bowl along with the chopped bacon. Pour the warm dressing over the potatoes, add the chopped parsley and drizzle with a little olive oil. Toss the potato salad gently, taste for seasonings and adjust if needed.
- Serve immediately so the potato salad is warm. (See post for how to make this recipe ahead of time)
Recipe Notes
Store: Store leftover potato salad in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat: You can absolutely eat this potato salad chilled, but if you like the warm vibe, microwave leftover potato salad for a few seconds until just warmed through.
Quick and Easy Method! As an alternative to steaming or boiling the potatoes, you can also buy steam-in-bag potatoes that come in 1 1/2 pound packages, so you’d need two bags for this recipe. Just steam them in the microwave, cut and add the your bowl!
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
