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Austrian potato salad. Recipe for a delicious warm potato salad with chives and sauce.

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Austrian Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Austria, this potato salad is a staple in many households, often served at gatherings and festive occasions. Unlike its creamy counterparts found in other cultures, the Austrian version is light and tangy, featuring a vinegar-based dressing that complements the earthy flavor of the potatoes. Today, it is enjoyed not only in Austria but also in various forms across Central Europe, showcasing the versatility of potatoes in salads.

AustrianATside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
600 g potatoes
3/4 teaspoon of salt
1.2 l water
300 ml chicken or beef broth
1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
50 g red onion
30 ml sunflower oil
a small bunch of chives
1 tablespoon of crystal sugar
20 ml vinegar (apple cider vinegar)
1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper
a pinch of salt to taste

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

white wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar provides a milder taste.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

1

Pour the broth into a pot, bring it to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook until 1/3 of the liquid evaporates.

2

Add mustard, vinegar, and crystal sugar to the hot broth and mix.

3

Put the peeled potatoes in a pot, add salt and water, and bring it to a boil.

4

When the potatoes start boiling, reduce the heat to low and cook for 20-25 minutes.

5

Drain the water from the potatoes and, while they are still warm, cut them into quite thick slices.

6

Put the potato slices in a bowl, pour the hot broth with vinegar, mustard, and sugar over them, and mix.

7

Add the onion cut into small cubes and set it aside for 30 minutes, stirring about three times during this time.

8

At the very end, add oil, finely chopped chives, pepper, and a pinch of salt.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freelactose-freemeat-free

Also Known As

ErdäpfelsalatKartoffelsalat

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