GRILLED FINGERLING-POTATO SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE BACON VINAIGRETTE

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A vinegary potato salad with bacon is one of the great Germanish summertime traditions. Here I've added a Mexican accent in the form of the canned, smoked jalapeño known as chipotle chile en adobo. (A small can, well covered, will keep for months in the refrigerator.)

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, salads and dressings

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 to 14 small fingerling potatoes
4 slices bacon
1 large red onion, peeled and sliced in rounds
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon rendered bacon fat
4 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 chipotle chile en adobo, or to taste, mashed and minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover with 2 inches of water and a tablespoon of salt, then set over high heat until it comes to a boil. Cook about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain potatoes, place on a baking sheet and allow to cool slightly, then halve the potatoes lengthwise. (You can do this the day before.)
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a sauté pan until crisp. Reserve bacon and, in a small bowl, 1 tablespoon of the rendered fat.
  • Light a fire in a fire pit with a grill, or in a charcoal grill, or set a gas grill to high. If you have a strong vent in your kitchen, you may use your stove with a burner set to high. Place a large cast-iron grill pan over the heat and allow it to get hot. You can let the fire die slightly. If using a gas grill or stove, turn heat to medium.
  • Put the potatoes and the sliced onions in a large bowl and toss gently with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Working in batches, grill the potatoes cut-side down on the grill until they have developed a light char, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Grill the onions until they are charred, approximately 4 to 6 minutes a side. Return potatoes and onions to bowl.
  • For the dressing, combine the remaining olive oil, bacon fat, red-wine vinegar and chipotle in a small bowl and whisk to emulsify. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the dressing to the potato-and-onion mixture and toss gently to combine. Let sit for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the potatoes. Crumble bacon over the top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 224, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 325 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tony Agosto
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The recipe is easy to follow and the salad is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Alissa Maccay
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This potato salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled potatoes. I had some leftover potatoes from a BBQ and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. The chipotle bacon vinaigrette is also a great way to add some extra flavor to the potato


Manoj Kafle Monsoon
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This salad is a perfect side dish for summer gatherings. It's light and refreshing, and the grilled potatoes and bacon add a nice smoky flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ahad King
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I'm not usually a fan of potato salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled potatoes and smoky vinaigrette give it a unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ath Shr
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This potato salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before our party and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the salad was even more flavorful. I highly recommend making this salad ahead of time.


Irfan Rana
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I'm always looking for new and exciting potato salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The grilled potatoes and chipotle bacon vinaigrette give it a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Kamalshah Kundi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled potatoes. I had some leftover potatoes from a BBQ and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. The chipotle bacon vinaigrette is also a great way to add some extra flavor to the potatoes.


Kedar Vatarai
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I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful this potato salad was. The grilled potatoes and bacon add a nice smoky touch, and the chipotle bacon vinaigrette is tangy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mercedes Riggs
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This potato salad is a must-try for anyone who loves grilled potatoes. The smoky flavor of the potatoes pairs perfectly with the creamy vinaigrette. I highly recommend this recipe.


Prince Shariar
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the chipotle bacon vinaigrette. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Iortima justine
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This salad is a perfect side dish for grilled meats or fish. The smoky flavors of the grilled potatoes and bacon complement the tangy vinaigrette perfectly. It's a delicious and easy-to-make salad that's sure to please everyone.


Menna Eissa
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I'm not usually a fan of potato salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled potatoes and smoky vinaigrette give it a unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


hemed jumaa
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This potato salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before our party and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the salad was even more flavorful. I highly recommend making this salad ahead of time.


Roman Roy
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I was looking for a new potato salad recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The chipotle bacon vinaigrette is amazing and the grilled potatoes add a nice smoky flavor. This salad is a definite keeper.


Jesse Fajardo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the grilled potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I would definitely make this again.


Natasha Nkhata
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's totally worth the effort. The grilled potatoes and bacon add a delicious depth of flavor to the salad. I especially love the tangy vinaigrette dressing. It's a great salad for summer gatherings.


hady omar
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a total crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is amazing, and the grilled potatoes give it a nice smoky touch. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Hazra Bibi
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This potato salad is a game-changer! The chipotle bacon vinaigrette adds a unique and flavorful twist to the classic dish. My family loved it, and it was gone in no time. I'll definitely be making this again for our next potluck.


Leilani Mendez
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Grilled Fingerling Potato Salad with Chipotle Bacon Vinaigrette was an absolute hit at our backyard BBQ! The smoky flavors of the grilled potatoes and bacon perfectly complemented the tangy vinaigrette. The salad was a refreshing side dish that every