Wednesday, 27 June 2012

Creamy Potato Salad with Herbs

Ingredients (serves 12)

  • 3kg desiree potatoes
  • 250g (1 cup) sour cream
  • 190g (1 cup) good-quality whole-egg mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh continental parsley
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • 2 tbs finely chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tbs Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbs fresh lemon juice
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 green shallots, ends trimmed, thinly sliced

Method

  1. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with plenty of cold water. Bring to the boil over high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside for 15 minutes to cool slightly. Cut into halves or quarters.
  2. Use a fork to whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, parsley, garlic, mint, mustard and lemon juice in a large bowl until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the potatoes and green shallot in a large serving bowl. Spoon dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss until potatoes are well coated in dressing. Serve immediately.

Notes


  • You can prepare this recipe to the end of step 2 up to 1 day ahead. Place in separate bowls, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge. Continue from step 3, 1 hour before serving the main.

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