Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a potato salad that's anything but ordinary! This Dallas-Style German Potato Salad is a flavor-packed journey that transforms the classic side dish into an irresistible culinary experience. Imagine crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and a tangy vinegar dressing that will make your guests beg for seconds - this isn't your grandmother's boring potato salad, this is a flavor explosion waiting to happen!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: German
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes
- 1/2 cup diced bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Wash potatoes thoroughly and cut into uniform 1/2-inch cubes, leaving the skin on for additional texture and nutrition.
- Place potato cubes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer potatoes for 10-12 minutes until tender but not mushy. Test doneness by piercing with a fork.
- While potatoes are cooking, dice bacon into small, uniform pieces and chop onions finely.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp and golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving bacon grease in the skillet. Set crispy bacon bits aside.
- In the same skillet with bacon drippings, sauté chopped onions until translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Add apple cider vinegar and sugar to the skillet, stirring to combine and create a warm dressing.
- Drain cooked potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour warm vinegar mixture over potatoes and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle crispy bacon pieces over the potatoes.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Tips
- Keep the potato skins on for added texture and nutritional value
- Use cold water when boiling potatoes to ensure even cooking
- Test potato doneness with a fork - they should be tender but not falling apart
- Save some bacon grease for extra flavor in your dressing
- Always add the vinegar dressing while potatoes are still warm to help them absorb maximum flavor
- For best results, serve the salad warm or at room temperature
- Don't skip the fresh parsley - it adds a bright, fresh finish to the dish
- Use high-quality apple cider vinegar for the most authentic taste
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can drain some bacon grease before making the dressing
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
