Hot Sweet-Sour Potato Salad

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Hot and tangy potato salad with diced hash browns and crispy bacon
in Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 lbs ore-ida frozen hash browns , diced , not shredded
24 slices pre-cooked smoked bacon
6 tablespoons lard
2 cups chopped celery
1 cup frozen chopped onion
1/2 cup flour
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons celery seeds
2 2/3 cups water
1 1/3 cups cider vinegar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
513
Sugar
14g
Fat
25g
Hot Sweet-Sour Potato Salad is a unique twist on a classic side dish. This salad features diced hash brown potatoes, smoky bacon, and a tangy sweet and sour dressing. The potatoes are cooked until crispy and tossed with a homemade sauce that is the perfect balance of sweet and sour. This potato salad is hearty, flavorful, and a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. It's perfect for summertime picnics, barbecues, or any time you want to add a little something extra to your meal.

Instructions

1.Cook the hash browns according to package instructions. Set aside.
2.In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble. Reserve the bacon fat.
3.In the same skillet, heat the lard over medium heat. Add the celery and onion. Cook until tender.
4.Add the flour, sugar, salt, and celery seeds. Stir until combined.
5.Gradually add the water and vinegar, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil.
6.Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened.
7.Add the cooked hash browns and crumbled bacon to the skillet. Stir until combined and heated through.

PROS

This sweet and sour potato salad is a unique and flavorful side dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue or picnic.

The diced hash browns provide a hearty texture, while the bacon adds a salty crunch.

The tangy dressing complements the sweetness of the potatoes perfectly.

CONS

This salad is high in calories and fat due to the bacon and lard.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of energy and contain important nutrients such as vitamin C, B6, and potassium.
They also contain resistant starch, which can help improve digestion and control blood sugar levels.
The celery in this recipe provides antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

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