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German potato salad
Boil the potatoes in their skins in salted water until a knife slides in, 20 to 25 minutes depending on size. Drain and leave 5 minutes so you can handle them.
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How long does German potato salad take?
1 hr 10 min all in — 15 min prep, 25 min cook, 30 min rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 portions. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
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What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Mixing bowl, Chef's knife.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
How much sugar?
½ tsp of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Vegetable stock → Beef or chicken stock. The traditional choice in meat-eating households. Not vegan then.
What should I watch for?
Hot potatoes absorb; cold ones just sit in a puddle. Work fast and use a tea towel to hold them.
Any tips from this recipe?
Waxy potatoes only. Floury ones collapse into mash when you dress them. It keeps a day in the fridge but bring it back to room temperature and loosen with a little warm stock before serving.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.