Warm potato salad with bacon and mustard sauce, German style

4 servings

30 minutes

Warm potato salad with bacon and mustard sauce is a classic dish of German cuisine, known for its rich flavor and appetizing aroma. Historically, this salad originated as a hearty village treat where simple ingredients are transformed into something special. Tender young potatoes pair wonderfully with crispy bacon, while vinegar and grainy mustard add a light spiciness and pleasant tang to the dish. Onions add freshness, making the salad's texture layered. This salad is perfect as a side dish for meat dishes or as a standalone warm treat on cool days. It’s best served immediately after preparation when the potatoes are still warm and the sauce reveals its full depth of flavor. It’s a great choice for those who love the combination of simplicity and exquisite taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 199.9
• Proteins: 8.7g
• Fats: 7.7g
• Carbohydrates: 26.4g

Ingredients

• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• New potatoes: 700 g
• Bacon: 3 pc
• Red onion: 1 head
• White wine vinegar: 4 tbsp
• Grainy mustard: 3 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Boil potatoes in salted boiling water until cooked. Drain, cool, and cut in half. Transfer to a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • New potatoes: 700 g
   • Coarse salt:  to taste

2. In a skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon strips cut into thin strips until crispy. Add the sliced onion and sauté, stirring, until soft for 2-4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons of vinegar and mustard.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 3 pieces
   • Red onion: 1 head
   • White wine vinegar: 4 tablespoons
   • Grainy mustard: 3 tablespoons

3. Add the sauce with bacon to the warm potatoes and mix. Season with salt and pepper. Optionally, add more vinegar. Serve warm.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 3 pieces
   • White wine vinegar: 4 tablespoons
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste