Cajun potato salad is not your average potato salad.
For some folks, this is even a preferred stand-in for rice when eating a bowl ofgumbo.
Learn how to make Cajun potato salad.
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What Does Cajun Potato Salad Taste Like?
Gold new potatoes are our top choice for this purpose.
They have a buttery flavor, creamy texture, and hold their shape well after cooking.
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Can I Make Cajun-Style Potato Salad Ahead?
Cajun-style potato salad can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance, and chilled until ready to serve.
Wait to top with bacon and scallions until just before serving.
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bag gold new potatoes, cut into 1 12-in.
pieces
6thick-cut bacon slices, cut into 1-in.
chopped red bell pepper (from 1 medium bell pepper)
1cup(1-in.)
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chopped yellow bell pepper (from 1 medium bell pepper)
1/2cup(1-in.)
chopped green bell pepper (from 1 medium bell pepper)
1/2cupcoarsely chopped dill pickles
1/2cup(1/4-in.)
Add new potatoes, and cook until tender when pierced with a knife, about 15 minutes.
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Drain and spread on a large rimmed baking sheet to cool to room temperature, about 45 minutes.
Remove from skillet, and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
Transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with remaining bacon pieces and additional scallions.
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Store, covered, in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Adjust the quantities as desired for your perfect blend.
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