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Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Potato salad is a classic American dish often served at barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. Its origins can be traced back to various European potato salads, but the American version typically features mayonnaise and hard-boiled eggs. This dish is versatile, with many regional variations incorporating different ingredients like bacon, pickles, or herbs.

AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
7 medium potatoes
4 large eggs
2 stalks celery
1 medium onion
sweet relish
smoked paprika
garlic powder
mayonnaise
cracked black pepper
sea salt
yellow mustard
parsley
sugar

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients and fiber.

1

Peel and cut 7 medium potatoes into squares of the same size.

2

Rinse the potatoes until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

3

Place the potatoes in a pot of cold water and add sea salt.

4

Add 4 large eggs to the pot with the potatoes for boiling.

5

Turn the burner to medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil.

6

Chop 2 stalks of celery finely and set aside.

7

Chop 1 medium onion finely and set aside.

8

Boil the potatoes and eggs for about 20 to 25 minutes, checking for doneness.

9

Once cooked, drain the potatoes and place them in the freezer for a few minutes to cool down quickly.

10

Place the boiled eggs in cold water to cool down after boiling.

11

After 10 minutes in the freezer, remove the potatoes and peel the eggs.

12

In a bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, chopped celery, chopped onion, sweet relish, garlic powder, cracked black pepper, sea salt, yellow mustard, and mayonnaise.

13

Mix the ingredients together gently using a fork, ensuring not to make the salad watery.

14

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning, adding sugar if necessary.

15

Garnish with parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

potbowlknifecutting boardfork

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

American Potato SaladClassic Potato Salad

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