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Authentic Bavarian Potato Salad Recipe

Experience the true taste of Bavaria with this authentic potato salad recipe! This slightly sweet and sour salad features perfectly boiled potatoes tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, then enriched with melted butter for an unforgettable flavor. Feel free to add a refreshing crunch with cucumbers, field salad, or endive for a lighter twist. Serve warm or at room temperature – either way, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. This recipe is adapted from a Bavarian family tradition.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 468.8 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 3.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Authentic Bavarian Potato Salad

  • 3 lbs russet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup hot chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup grapeseed oil
  • 1 cup finely sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
  • salted water
  • fresh parsley (optional, as alternative to chives)
  • cucumbers (optional)

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How to Make Authentic Bavarian Potato Salad

  1. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  2. While potatoes are still warm, slice them into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  4. Slowly whisk in the grapeseed oil until a smooth vinaigrette forms.
  5. Add the warm potatoes to the vinaigrette and gently toss to coat.
  6. Stir in the thinly sliced red onions.
  7. Pour the melted butter over the salad and gently toss again to combine.
  8. If using cucumbers, thinly slice them, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, let sit for 5 minutes to draw out moisture, then gently squeeze out excess liquid before adding to the salad.
  9. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

54g

Carbs

16g

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