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German Potato Salad Recipe

Published: September 18, 2025 Prep Time: About 25 minutes Cook Time: About 20 minutes Total Time: About 45 minutes Serves: 8 Difficulty: Medium Category: Side Dish Cuisine: German

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds red potatoes
  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes until tender, then cool and slice
  2. In large skillet, cook bacon until crispy
  3. Remove bacon and set aside
  4. Add onion to bacon fat and cook until softened
  5. Add vinegar, sugar, and mustard
  6. Season with salt and pepper
  7. Add potatoes and toss to coat
  8. Stir in bacon and parsley
  9. Garnish with egg slices
  10. Serve warm

Special Notes

This traditional German potato salad is served warm with a tangy dressing. The key is to use red potatoes for the best texture. The combination of bacon and vinegar creates authentic German flavor. This dish is perfect for potlucks and can be made ahead of time. For extra flavor, you can add different herbs or spices. The salad should be served warm for the best taste.