German Potato Salad

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German potato salad (Kartoffelsalat) is a classic of German cuisine, very different from Russian potato salad. Typically served with Fish Churros in Tenerife.

Goes great with Fish Churros

Ingredients

(2-3 people)

  • 4 medium potatoes
  • 1/2 onion
  • 4-5 gherkins
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • salt and pepper
  • parsley (optional)

Method

  1. Boil the potatoes in their skins, let them cool, peel them, and slice them.
  2. Chop the onion and pickles.
  3. In a bowl, mix mustard, vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add everything together and mix gently.
  5. Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Tips

It tastes best warm or at room temperature, not too cold.
If you want a milder version, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise.