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Spicy Potato Salad Recipe

A creamy and tangy potato salad with a spicy kick from fresh jalapeños and a smoky flavor from paprika. Perfect as a hearty side dish for barbecues or picnics.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 405

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg waxy potatoes like Charlotte or Maris Peer, scrubbed
  • 1 tbsp table salt for the boiling water
  • 200 g full-fat mayonnaise
  • 100 g soured cream or full-fat Greek yoghurt
  • 1 small red onion finely diced
  • 2 fresh jalapeños finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1 large handful of fresh coriander roughly chopped
  • 3 spring onions thinly sliced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Sea salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Chop the scrubbed potatoes into bite-sized chunks, about 3-4cm. Aim for uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
  2. Boil the Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch. Add the table salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let them simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Make the Dressing: While the potatoes are cooking, grab a large salad bowl. Add the mayonnaise, soured cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and garlic powder. Whisk everything together until smooth.
  4. Add the Aromatics: Stir the finely diced red onion, sliced spring onions, chopped jalapeños, and about three-quarters of the fresh coriander into the dressing. Give it a good mix.
  5. Drain and Cool: Once the potatoes are tender, drain them thoroughly in a colander. Let them sit and steam dry for 2-3 minutes. This step is important as it helps the dressing cling to them better.
  6. Combine Everything: Add the slightly warm potatoes to the bowl with the dressing. What works best for me is using a large spatula to gently fold the potatoes into the dressing until they are evenly coated. This prevents them from breaking apart.
  7. Season and Rest: Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Give it a final, gentle fold.
  8. Serve: You can serve the salad straight away, but for the best flavour, I recommend letting it sit for at least 20 minutes at room temperature to allow the potatoes to absorb the dressing. Garnish with the remaining coriander before serving.

Notes

For the best flavour, allow the salad to rest for at least 20 minutes at room temperature before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.