Description
Delia Smith’s Potato Salad is a cherished recipe from the renowned British cook, Delia Smith. Known for its simple yet flavorful approach, this dish combines tender potatoes with a creamy dressing and a mix of herbs that elevate it beyond the ordinary. It’s a versatile salad that pairs well with almost any main course, embodying the essence of homemade comfort food.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 1 kg of small, waxy potatoes
- Mayonnaise: 150 ml of full-fat mayonnaise
- Sour Cream: 100 ml of sour cream
- Spring Onions: 4-5 spring onions, finely chopped
- Fresh Dill: 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill
- Cider Vinegar: 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar
- Mustard: 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
- Salt: To taste
- Black Pepper: Freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash the potatoes and boil them in salted water until they are just tender. Drain and allow them to cool slightly before cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped potatoes, spring onions, and dill to the dressing. Toss gently to ensure all the pieces are well coated with the dressing.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving to enhance the flavors.