Description
This German Potato Salad is bursting with irresistible flavor thanks to crispy bacon, tender baby gold potatoes, and a zesty dressing. It’s an easy-to-make dish ideal for quick dinners or as a comforting side for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ lbs. baby gold potatoes, washed and unpeeled
- 6-7 slices thick-cut bacon, drippings reserved
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 small shallot, minced
- Salt/pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cold butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- Chives
- dill
Instructions
- Measure out all ingredients while the bacon cooks.
- Cut the bacon in half and arrange in a large skillet. Cook slowly over medium-low heat, occasionally spooning out drippings and flipping the bacon until crispy. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, then chop once cooled, leaving 1 tablespoon of drippings in the skillet.
- Add potatoes to a large pot, cover with 2 inches of water, and bring to a gentle boil. Salt the water and cook until just fork tender, about 12-15 minutes for baby potatoes. Drain and cut in half, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- In the reserved skillet, add diced onions and caramelize over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring regularly for depth of flavor.
- Add shallots and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, white vinegar, dijon, and honey, then bring to a boil and reduce heat. Mix in half of the bacon and partially cover until potatoes are ready.
- Remove sauce from heat, swirl in cold butter, and stir in parsley.
- Combine warm potatoes with sauce using a spatula and transfer to a serving bowl. Top with remaining bacon, chives, and dill. Serve warm!
Notes
Use baby gold potatoes for the best texture and taste.
Adjust the amount of vinegar based on your preference for tanginess.
Bacon drippings are essential for flavor—don’t skip this step!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg