Gordon Ramsay's Flavor-Packed German Potato Salad Recipe
This Gordon Ramsay German Potato Salad Recipe impresses with creamy dressing, tangy flavors, and fresh vegetables.
Equipment
- - Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- tray
Ingredients
For the Potatoes
- 2 lbs waxy potatoes Choose for creamy texture
For the Dressing
- ¾ cup mayonnaise Adds creaminess
- 2 tbsp mustard Quality matters for flavor
- 2 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice For brightness and tang
- 2 tsp pickle juice Adds extra zing
- 1 medium red onion Finely diced for crunch
- ¼ cup cornichons or dill pickles Chopped for a sour burst
- 3 tbsp scallions Sliced for fresh flavor
For the Seasoning
- to taste kosher salt Essential for flavor
- to taste black pepper Essential for flavor
- 2 tbsp chives Chopped for color and flavor
- to taste paprika For smoky finish
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by chopping the 2 lbs of waxy potatoes into even chunks.
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Carefully add the potato chunks and boil them for 10–12 minutes until they are just fork-tender.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ¾ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tbsp of mustard, 2 tbsp of vinegar or lemon juice, along with 2 tsp of pickle juice, finely diced red onion, chopped cornichons or dill pickles, and sliced scallions.
- Once the potatoes are completely cool, gently fold them into the dressing with a spatula.
- Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste. Top your salad with chopped chives and a dusting of paprika before serving.
Notes
For optimal flavor, allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.