German Celery Root Salad
Description
Celery root salad is a staple in Germany in winter. Celeriac is cooked and then combined with onion and a simple oil and vinegar dressing.
Ingredients
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2 celeriac (celery root), peeled and cut into quarters
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2 cups water
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1 tablespoon salt, or as needed
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1 large onion, finely chopped
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5 tablespoons white vinegar
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2 tablespoons white sugar
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1 tablespoon rapeseed oil
Directions
1
Combine celeriac pieces, water, and 1 tablespoon salt in a saucepan, bring to a boil and cook until celeriac is soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, reserving cooking liquid, and set aside to cool, about 1 hour. Cube celeriac and place in a bowl with onion.
2
Stir together cooled cooking liquid, vinegar, and sugar. Pour over celeriac and onion. Add oil and mix well. Season with salt.