Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad - Recipe by Peas and Crayons (2024)

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Published: March 20, 2015Updated: February 21, 2024Author: Jenn Laughlin

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This, folks, is what I like to call a game changer: Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad!!!

Bacon and Sriracha?

They’re best friends til the end.

Potatoes and Bacon?

As famous a pairing as PB+J but with an extra does of yum.

Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad?

CAN I EAT THIS FOREVER!?

Overlooking the fact that I just answered a question with a question, I’m going to insist thatyou make this potato salad.

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Barbecue season is coming and your friends NEED this potato salad. More importantly, YOUneed this potato salad, so make some to share and some to scarf secretly before guests arrive. Consider it an essential step of party prep. Quality control, even.

Assuming you are making this to share and not hoarding the entire thing for yourself (I now owe my neighbors a bowl because I may be a teensy bit guilty of the latter) then you’ll also want to go ahead print a few copies of the recipe out.

You *will* get harassed for it. Trust me, the last thing you want is to get cornered by an overenthusiastic friend of a friend who, after talking your ear off about CrossFit or the season finale of House of Cards for an hour, can’t seem to remember my blog name. “Peas and Carrots? No? Crayons and Carrots? I don’t get it, what does this have to do with potato salad?!

This may or may not have actually happened.

More than once.

Let’s cut to the chase andmake some bowl-licking potato salad, shall we?

Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad

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Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad

Spice up your Spring and Summer barbecues, picnics, and parties with this zesty Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad! This feisty side dish is loaded with flavor!

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Author: Jenn Laughlin - Peas and Crayons

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs red potatoes
  • 3-4 slices of bacon
  • 2.5 TBSP white vinegar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup quality mayo (homemade or store-bought)
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1.5 TBSP Sriracha plus extra to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped green onion
  • paprika to taste

Instructions

  • Peel potatoes and chop into 3/4-inch cubes.

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water, about 1 inch above the potatoes.

  • Set burner to high and bring water to a boil.

  • While you wait, line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and top with 3-4 slices of bacon. Set oven to 400 degrees F and place the baking sheet inside (no need to pre-heat) on the center rack. Bake for 20 minutes until crispy and golden. Alternatively you can fry the bacon if you prefer.

  • Once a rolling boil is reached, reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are fork tender. (approx. 8 minutes)

  • Drain potatoes and move to a large mixing bowl.

  • Add salt and vinegar and combine gently with a rubber spatula/bowl scraper.

  • Allow to cool slightly, letting the potatoes sit for around 15 minutes.

  • Combine mayonaise, sour cream, and sriracha chili sauce in a small bowl.

  • Once the potatoes have cooled a bit, fold in using the rubber spatula.

  • If you'd like spicier spuds, feel free to add extra sriracha to the mix. Made as written, the recipe is zesty but not quite face-kicking spicy. I'll leave that up to you! Mwah!

  • Top with crispy bacon, chopped green onion, and paprika and serve at room temperature.

  • Serve alongside your trusty bottle of Sriracha so anyone willing to walk on the wild side [it's delicious!] can turn up the heat with a little extra kick!

Notes

I use the America's Test Kitchen method for prepping my potatoes, since it's never failed me and always yields perfect results, if you're a potato salad making pro and have a technique you adore, go for it! For best results, grab red potatoes for this salad, their buttery texture is perfect for potato salad and they hold their shape even after little manhandling to fold in the sauce. Russet potatoes will also work, but will smush and crumble a bit easier.

To make this paleo or dairy-free,simply swap the sour cream for extra mayo and you're good to!

Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 21g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 18mg, Sodium: 362mg, Potassium: 809mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 101IU, Vitamin C: 17mg, Calcium: 29mg, Iron: 1mg

Did you make this recipe?I want to see! Tag @peasandcrayons on Instagram and Facebook!

bacon sriracha potato salad, eh?

so . . . how was it?!

I really do want to eat this forever! Luckily I’ll have oodles of Spring and Summer barbecues, picnics, and parties to give me the perfect excuse to potato salad it up! This salad makes a rockin’ side dish for burgers, hot dogs, and even my super tasty veggie burgers!

It even makes a great stand-alone lunch when you’re recipe testing… because that’s how food bloggers roll.

Hello most delicious hobby ever!

update: I’ve officially gotten my friends HOOKED on this salad! It’s your turn!

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For all my sweet potato enthusiasts, fret not! You can make this bacon sriracha potato salad with sweet spuds too!

I make my Chipotle Potato Salad with them and it’s AWESOME!

Looking for more crazy bold flavor combos? Try my Buffalo Chicken Taco Salads on for size! They’re a tad legendary.

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Jenn Laughlin

Hi! I’m Jenn and I’m here to help you eat your veggies! It'll be fun, painless, and pretty darn delicious as I teach you to plan your meals around fresh, seasonal produce with a little help from healthy freezer and pantry staples.

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Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad - Recipe by Peas and Crayons (2024)

FAQs

How to make potato salad Martha Stewart? ›

Directions
  1. Put potatoes in a large pot of salted water; bring to a boil. Cook until just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain; let cool.
  2. Stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, and dill; season with salt and pepper. Peel potatoes; cut into 1-inch chunks. Fold into mayonnaise mixture.
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What is country potato salad? ›

Image of What is country potato salad?
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How to keep potatoes from falling apart when making potato salad? ›

The key is to allow the potatoes to dry and become cold before you make the salad. If you cut hot, boiled potatoes, they tend to crumble. If you wait until they had time to dry (may I suggest laying them out on a plate or casserole dish during this time) and cold, they cut nicer.

What is potato salad sauce made of? ›

Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce together until well combined; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to toss with potatoes.

How to make a potato salad Jamie Oliver? ›

Method
  1. Gently boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and leave to cool slightly.
  2. Whisk the mustard with the vinegar and slowly add the olive oil. ...
  3. Slice the cooked potatoes in half and dress with the shallot and parsley vinaigrette.

What is in Walmart potato salad? ›

POTATOES, MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, EGG YOLKS, VINEGAR, SALT), MUSTARD (WATER, VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, TURMERIC, PAPRIKA, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR], XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR), DILL PICKLE CUBES (CUCUMBER VINEGAR, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, NATURAL ...

What is in Walmart loaded potato salad? ›

Product details

Great Value Loaded Potato Salad is packed with red potatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, chives and bacon chips. This American classic is loaded with mouthwatering flavors your whole family will enjoy. It's great both hot and cold.

Why are my potatoes hard in my potato salad? ›

Not Getting The Cook Time Right

It's a delicate balance to achieve soft, tender potatoes for that just-right potato salad texture. Defer to your recipe for specific cook times, which depend on the type of potato being used, but a good rule of thumb is to boil them until you can pierce the spuds with a fork.

Do you have to wait for potatoes to cool before making potato salad? ›

Yes, if your potato salad is a cold salad, as most are, allow the cooked potatoes to cool to room temperature before adding the dressing and other ingredients.

What makes homemade potato salad watery? ›

Potatoes can retain moisture. To prevent this, drain the potatoes very well in a colander or pot. Allow all the steam to escape the potatoes before mixing them with the dressing and other ingredients.

What is the best type of potatoes to use for potato salad? ›

Pick the Best Potatoes for Your Potato Salad

To keep your salad from falling apart into mush, it's important to use the best potatoes for potato salad. Skip the russet potatoes and use a waxy variety instead, like Yukon gold, red potatoes or fingerlings.

What is Japanese potato salad made of? ›

A classic side dish for homemade lunch boxes or bento picnics, a Japanese potato salad is made with boiled russet potatoes, vegetables, boiled eggs and, often, ham, all seasoned with rice vinegar and tangy Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise.

What is Amish potato salad made of? ›

Both versions use potatoes, hard boiled eggs, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing. However, Amish potato salad has a sweet and tangy dressing. The ingredients are real mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip), yellow mustard, vinegar, sugar, and smoked paprika.

What does Rachael Ray use to mash potatoes? ›

Mash potatoes with half-and-half or milk using a potato masher. Add in the cream cheese and smash until the cheese melts into the potatoes. Add chives or scallions. Season with salt and pepper, to your taste.

Is it better to make potato salad the night before? ›

Yes, potato salad gets even better if left to sit overnight in the fridge. The flavors combine and the potatoes absorb more of the seasoning/dressing, making for a more flavorful experience.

Does it matter what kind of potatoes you use for potato salad? ›

To keep your salad from falling apart into mush, it's important to use the best potatoes for potato salad. Skip the russet potatoes and use a waxy variety instead, like Yukon gold, red potatoes or fingerlings. Learn more about which types of potatoes you should use for different recipes.

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