Kartoffelsalat
“A salad made from boiled potatoes, often mixed with vinegar and oil.”
Potato
Onion
Vinegar
Oil
salt
PepperWhere it comes from
Potato salad is a popular side dish across Germany, with regional variations like using mayonnaise in the north and vinegar in the south.
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How it's made
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How it's made
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Peel and slice the potatoes into thick rounds. Place them in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
Watch outThe potatoes should be fork-tender but not falling apart.
- 25 min
While the potatoes cook, finely chop the onion. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper to create a vinaigrette.
- 33 min
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Pour the vinaigrette over the hot potatoes and add the chopped onions. Toss gently to combine.
Watch outBe gentle to avoid breaking the potatoes.
- 40 min
Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
