Verena’s German Potato Salad
Creamy German-style potato rounds in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette
Smoky pancetta crunch, sweet onions, and chive freshness in every bite
Warm, comforting, and bright with pepper and paprika—perfect as a side
side dish ⏱ 170 min 430 kcal / portion 48.0 g carbs / portion (estimated) fishglutenmilkmustard 🔗 Original source
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Preparation steps
- boil potatoes in salted water 20-25 min until just tender, then cool
- peel and slice potatoes into 1/2 cm rounds
- caramelise onion in olive oil for 12-15 min
- simmer garlic and chicken stock together, then remove from heat
- whisk dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black peppercorns, and remaining olive oil
- pour dressing over sliced potatoes and mix gently but thoroughly
- set potatoes aside and soak in warm broth for about 2 hours, then stir in finely chopped chives
- cook pancetta in pan 10-12 min until crispy, then drain and reserve fat
- chop pancetta into crumbs after cooling
- stir paprika into reserved pancetta fat 30 seconds until fragrant, then remove from heat
- fold cucumber into potato salad when ready to serve
- scatter pancetta crumbs and cut chives over salad, then spoon paprika oil and serve