German Potato Salad Franconian Style

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Tangy and savory German Potato Salad Franconian Style

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

293

Sugar

Fat

20g

The German Potato Salad Franconian Style is a regional variation of the classic German potato salad. It originated in Franconia, a region in the north of Bavaria. This version of the potato salad is known for its tangy and savory taste and is a popular side dish at summer BBQs and picnics. It is made with boiled potatoes, chopped onions, cornichons, and hot dog or kilbasa, all coated in a mayonnaise or miracle whip dressing. The result is a delicious mix of textures and flavors that complement any main dish.

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until fully cooked. Drain and cool.
2.	Chop the onions, cornichons, and hot dog or kilbasa into small pieces.
3.	In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise or miracle whip, vinegar or pickle juice, salt, and pepper.
4.	Add the chopped onions, cornichons, and hot dog or kilbasa to the bowl and mix well.
5.	Add the cubed potatoes to the bowl and gently mix everything together until all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
6.	Serve warm or at room temperature as a side to any main dish of your choice.

PROS

The German Potato Salad Franconian Style is a tangy and savory side dish that is perfect for any summer BBQ or picnic.
It is easy to make and can be served warm or at room temperature.

CONS

This potato salad is not vegan-friendly as it contains mayonnaise or miracle whip and hot dog or kilbasa.
It is also not recommended for those who are on a low-carb or low-fat diet as it is high in both carbohydrates and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and fiber. However, in this recipe, the potatoes are combined with mayonnaise or miracle whip and hot dog or kilbasa, which are high in calories and saturated fat. It is recommended to consume this potato salad in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	2 cups potatoes , boiled , skinned and cubed
	1/3 cup onion
	1/3 cup cornichon , diced
	1/3 cup hot dog , diced ( or kilbasa )
	1/4 cup mayonnaise ( or miracle whip )
	1 tablespoon vinegar ( or pickle juice )
	salt
	pepper