Follow these steps for perfect results
potato
peeled, sliced
bacon
diced
onion
diced
vinegar
stock
salt
pepper
sugar
egg yolk
beaten
Note: Use pasteurized eggs. The same amount of bouillon may be used for stock.
Scrub potatoes, rinse.
Boil potatoes in their jackets until tender.
Let potatoes cool slightly.
Peel and cut potatoes into 1/4 inch slices.
Cook bacon in a pan until crisp.
Add diced onion to the bacon and stir until the onion is transparent.
Add vinegar, stock, salt, pepper, and sugar to the pan.
Stir the mixture well.
Let the mixture come to a boil.
Stir in the beaten egg yolk to create a creamy sauce.
Remove the pan from the heat.
Pour the hot bacon-onion-egg mixture over the sliced potatoes.
Toss gently to combine.
Serve warm.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve warm in a bowl, garnished with fresh herbs.
Serve as a side dish with grilled sausages.
Serve as a light lunch with a side salad.
Crisp and refreshing.
Slightly sweet to balance the saltiness.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular dish at Oktoberfest and other German celebrations.
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