Elevate your barbecue with Chris Collins' crispy potato salad
Potato salad is a dish that, despite its simplicity, can surprise with its variety of flavours. Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to barbecue gatherings, it delights with both traditional and modern versions. Discover a new way to make potato salad that has won the hearts of internet users.
Spring and summer are the ideal times for picnics and outdoor meals. Potato salad is one of the favourite dishes for such occasions. Chris Collins, known as Don’t Go Bacon My Heart on TikTok, shared his recipe for a crispy version of this classic dish.
Potato salad is not just the classic combination of potatoes and mayonnaise. Depending on the region and taste preferences, it can be enhanced with various additions. The version with dill and pickled cucumbers is a classic that pairs perfectly with fish. For those who like to experiment, adding crispy bacon can give the dish a distinctive flavour. Instead of traditionally boiling potatoes, Chris suggests baking and mashing them, giving the salad a unique texture.
Had no idea that using crispy potatoes for this recipe would be so delicious and it's pretty easy too - Chris says in his video, which has already been viewed over 1.2 million times.
Crispy potato salad
Ingredients:
- 900 grams of small potatoes,
- 2 tablespoons olive oil,
- 1/2 teaspoon salt,
- black pepper,
- 200 grams of bacon,
- 170 grams mayonnaise,
- 60 grams of cream,
- 2-3 tablespoons finely chopped pickles,
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley,
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives,
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice,
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard,
- 1 stalk of celery,
- 1/2 small red onion,
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Fry the bacon to your liking and cut it into smaller pieces.
- Cut the potatoes in half, mix with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and soft.
- Mash the potatoes, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt.
- Bake for another 20-30 minutes until crispy.
- In a large bowl, mix the remaining ingredients, then add the potatoes and bacon.
- Serve with additional parsley.
Potato salad is a highly versatile dish and can work both as a side to meats and as a standalone snack. It can be served hot or cold, making it an ideal choice for any season. Potato salad is also an excellent solution for barbecue gatherings, where its lightness and freshness perfectly complement grilled dishes. Chris Collins encourages experimenting with additions, making this salad fully personalised.
