Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 lb

potato

peeled, sliced

6 slice

bacon

diced

1 unit

onion

diced

0.5 cup

vinegar

0.5 cup

stock

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

1 tsp

sugar

1 unit

egg yolk

beaten

Step 1
~3 min

Note: Use pasteurized eggs. The same amount of bouillon may be used for stock.

Step 2
~3 min

Scrub potatoes, rinse.

Step 3
~3 min

Boil potatoes in their jackets until tender.

Step 4
~3 min

Let potatoes cool slightly.

Step 5
~3 min

Peel and cut potatoes into 1/4 inch slices.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook bacon in a pan until crisp.

Step 7
~3 min

Add diced onion to the bacon and stir until the onion is transparent.

Step 8
~3 min

Add vinegar, stock, salt, pepper, and sugar to the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir the mixture well.

Step 10
~3 min

Let the mixture come to a boil.

Step 11
~3 min

Stir in the beaten egg yolk to create a creamy sauce.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour the hot bacon-onion-egg mixture over the sliced potatoes.

Step 14
~3 min

Toss gently to combine.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a creamier salad, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise.

Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

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 and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled sausages.

Serve as a light lunch with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sausages
Schnitzel
Pickled Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Popular dish at Oktoberfest and other German celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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