Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

lean salt pork

cubed

8 unit

potatoes

peeled, boiled

1 head

lettuce

cut up

6 unit

large eggs

hard boiled, cut up

2 tbsp

cider vinegar

1 cup

water

Step 1
~4 min

Boil potatoes until tender.

Step 2
~4 min

Drain the potatoes and mash them coarsely.

Step 3
~4 min

Cut salt pork into 1/2 inch cubes.

Step 4
~4 min

Fry the salt pork until crisp.

Step 5
~4 min

Remove the crisp salt pork from the pan and place it on top of cut-up lettuce.

Step 6
~4 min

Add cut-up hard-boiled eggs and mashed potatoes to the lettuce.

Step 7
~4 min

Drain off half of the lard from the pork drippings in the pan.

Step 8
~4 min

Add water and cider vinegar to the pan with the remaining pork drippings.

Step 9
~4 min

Bring the mixture in the pan to a boil.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the boiling dressing over the lettuce, pork, eggs, and potatoes.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 11
~4 min

Mix all ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 12
~4 min

Add more vinegar if desired, to taste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the potatoes are not overcooked, as they will become mushy when mixed.

Fry the salt pork until it is very crispy to add a pleasant texture contrast.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Potatoes and eggs can be boiled ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Netherlands

Cultural Significance

Historically a hearty and filling dish for laborers.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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