Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 unit

potatoes

un-peeled

5 slice

bacon

sliced

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

2 tbsp

sugar

1 tbsp

flour

1.5 tsp

salt

2 tsp

tabasco peppers

0.5 cup

water

0.25 cup

vinegar

0.5 cup

red radish

sliced

Step 1
~5 min

Boil un-peeled potatoes in a saucepan until tender, about 40 minutes.

Step 2
~5 min

Fry bacon in a skillet until crisp, about 10 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Remove bacon and drain on paper towels.

Step 4
~5 min

Crumble the bacon and reserve.

Step 5
~5 min

Cook chopped onion in bacon drippings in the skillet until partially tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 6
~5 min

In a separate bowl, blend together sugar, flour, salt, pepper, water, and vinegar.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the blended mixture to the onion in the skillet.

Step 8
~5 min

Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles, about 5 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 10
~5 min

Peel and slice the cooked potatoes.

Step 11
~5 min

Add the sliced potatoes to the onion mixture in the skillet.

Step 12
~5 min

Heat well, about 5 minutes.

Step 13
~5 min

Add sliced red radishes and toss to combine.

Step 14
~5 min

Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chopped celery for extra crunch.

Adjust the amount of Tabasco to your liking.

Garnish with green onions for a fresh flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish to grilled meats.

Serve at a barbecue or picnic.

Serve with fried chicken.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Hamburgers
Pulled pork

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Common side dish at potlucks and barbecues.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fourth of July
Labor Day

Occasion Tags

Barbecue
Potluck
Summer

Popularity Score

70/100

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