Bacon, apple cider vinegar, onion and sugar give this German potato salad a kick! Traditionally served warm, this potato side dish is a delicious combination of salty and sweet.
Prep time: PT15M
Cook time: PT35M
Total time: PT50M
Rating
5 stars (2 reviews)
Keywords
best potato recipes, salad recipes, side dish recipes
Ingredients
½ pound bacon ((cut into small pieces))
1 medium onion ((chopped))
⅓ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
⅔ cup water
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 cups diced red potatoes ((peeled and cooked))
Categories
Side Dish
Cuisine
American
Steps
Fry bacon pieces and chopped onion together until bacon is cooked through to as crispy as you’d like it.
Remove the bacon and onion from the pan and drain on a paper towel. Leave the bacon grease in the pan (it should be about 2 tablespoons of fat. If there is less, add oil).
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, pepper, vinegar and water. Set aside.
Add the flour to the grease in the skillet and use a whisk to blend it.
Add the sugar/water mixture to the pan with the bacon grease roux. Use a whisk to mix well.
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and allow the mixture to slightly thicken.
Place the cooked potatoes in a bowl and add the bacon and onion.
Pour the dressing over the potatoes. Mix well.
Serve hot.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 187 kcal
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 18 mg
Sodium: 632 mg
Sugar: 9 g
Reviews
Marci on 2026-06-16 (5 stars): Love this version of German Potato Salad. I did use 1/4 c of sugar and for our liking it was perfect. Will be making this again!
