German potato salad is a unique salad that is commonly eaten while warm. Making German potato salad usually takes between 50 minutes to an hour that is why most people prefer cooking it in advance then simply reheating it the next day. If you want to serve German potato salad at a party then the best option will be to cook it the day before then reheat it on the day. There are 3 different ways on how to reheat German potato salad so that it retains its original flavour. So if you are interested check the article below for the step by step instructions.
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What makes German potato salad different from regular potato salad?
German potato salad is eaten while warm whereas potato salad is eaten while cold. This is mainly due to the fact that Germany potato salad is made ingredients that taste better when they are warm. The ingredients used to make German salad include potatoes, bacon, onion, white vinegar, salt, spice, chopped chives and mustard just to mention a few. Whereas the regular potato salad is made using potatoes, mayonnaise, boiled eggs, yellow onion, garlic, celery and black olives. The ingredients used to make these 2 types of salads are different therefore they also have different tastes. Regular potato salad cannot be reheated since it contains mayonnaise and when mayonnaise is reheated it causes ingredients to separate.
Reheat German potato salad in the oven
NB: this is the best way to evenly reheat the German potato salad and you do not have to continuously mix the salad while in the oven because the oven does a great job at evenly reheating food.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Then remove the German potato salad from the refrigerator and place it inside an oven safe dish. Cover the dish with aluminium foil so as to trap heat inside.
Step 2
Place the dish inside the microwave and allow it to reheat for 30 to 35 minutes or until the German potato salad has completely reheated.
Step 3
After the stipulated time mark, remove the German potato salad from the oven and use a thermometer to read the internal temperature. If it is above 165F then it is definitely safe to eat.
Reheat German potato salad using a slow cooker
NB: this method takes a longer time to reheat the German potato salad so make sure you place the potato salad way ahead of time to avoid inconveniences.
Step 1
Start by greasing the slow cooker. Add your German potato salad inside, you can add extra dressing if you like.
Step 2
Set the slow cooker on high and let the German potato salad reheat for about 2 hours. When you are about to serve the German potato salad place the temperature of the slow cooker on low so that people can eat it while warm.
Reheat German potato salad using a microwave
NB: this is the fastest method as compared to all the other methods. So if you are in a hurry then this is definitely the method to use. However, it works best if you are only reheating a small portion of German potato salad.
Step 1
Place your German potato salad inside a microwave safe dish or bowl. Cover the bowl with a damp paper towel so that the potato salad remains moist.
Step 2
Place the German potato salad inside the microwave and reheat it for a minute. Take it out then give it a little stir while paying attention to the temperature. If the German potato salad seems cold then return it into the microwave and reheat it again for another minute.
NB: if the microwave is your only option and you intend on using the microwave to reheat a large portion of the German potato salad then use the following method;
Step 1
Place the German potato salad in a microwave safe dish. Add some water inside the potato salad this will help to keep the potatoes and bacon nice and moist. Cover the dish with a wet paper cloth so as to trap heat inside
Step 2
Place the potato salad inside the microwave and let it reheat for about 9 to 11 minutes. Stir the German potato salad when it is half way through so that it can reheat evenly.
What type of potatoes can you use to make German potato salad?
If it is your first time preparing this salad then the best type of potatoes to use for German potato salad are low starch potatoes. These include red potatoes, yellow potatoes or even Yukon gold. So if any of these type of potatoes are available wherever you stay you can easily buy them and use them when making the German potato salad.
How to store cooked German potato salad
German potato salad does not contain mayonnaise so it can easily be stored in the refrigerator. It can last for up to 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. To store the salad safely place it inside an air tight container so that moisture doesn’t enter inside. This is because if moisture enters, the potato salad will taste a little different. It is important to know that German Potato salad should not be kept in the freezer this because potatoes tends to produce a lot of liquid when they are thawed. This liquid will cause the German potato salad to become soupy and this is not something you would want. So always make sure you place it in the fridge and not the freezer.
Serving suggestion for reheated German potato salad
You can serve your Germany potato salad as a side dish. It is usually served in combination with things like sausages, chicken, fried fish, beef or pork depending on your preferences. Remember to always serve it while warm so that you can really enjoy the flavours.
NB: Germany potato salad can always be served while warm and not necessarily hot. However it is still important to reheat it to get rid of bacteria.
