Peanut Potato Salad Food

PEA 'N' PEANUT SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and salad dressing; stir into salad. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

GRILLED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare a grill using the snake method or for indirect heat. If using a charcoal grill, stack the unlit charcoals around the perimeter of the grill, about halfway, then light the first few at one end so the snake begins to burn slowly. (This results in a controlled 325 to 350 degrees F heat.) If using a gas grill, heat one side only to medium-high heat.
• Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large bowl. Season well with salt and pepper.
• Lay out 2 sheets of aluminum foil in a cross and place the potatoes in the middle. Gather up the sides to create a foil packet, add 2 tablespoons of water and seal the foil packet.
• Place the foil packet over direct heat and steam until the potatoes are cooked through, about 30 minutes. Open the foil packet and continue to cook until the potatoes take on some smoke and dry out, about 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, whisk together the peanuts, remaining 1/4 cup oil, vinegar, cilantro, mustard, celery seeds and sugar in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
• Remove the potatoes from the grill, add to the bowl with the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
• (Alternatively, you can bake the potatoes in a 375 degrees F oven for 30 minutes.)

THAI STYLED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Wash and quarter the bag of potatoes.
• Boil for 20 minutes or until semi-tender. Don't over boil.
• Strain potatoes.
• Blanche in cool water to stop the cooking.
• In a bowl add a 1/2 cup of the mayo, mix gently and put in the fridge for about 3 hours.
• Take out of fridge and add mayo, celery, onions, bell peppers, eggs, cilantro, soy, lime, peanut butter, ginger, jalapeno, salt and pepper.
• Fold gently, to incorporate all the ingredients.
• Let sit in refrigerator for about 45 minutes before serving.
• Mix in the bacon just before serving to your family and/or guests.

SWEET-POTATO SALAD WITH SPICY PEANUT DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk first 9 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
• Add enough water to large saucepan to reach depth of 1/2 inch. Bring to boil; add sweet potatoes and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain; cool.
• Mix sweet potatoes, dressing, peas, and green onions in large bowl. Season salad with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Sprinkle salad with peanuts and serve.

PEANUT POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Pour wate into a 3-4 qt pan to depth of 1".
• Bring to a boil over high heat, add potatoes.
• Cover, reduce heat and cook just until tender when pierced (about 20-30 minutes) Drain and let cool.
• Peel if desired, and cut into 1/2" cubes.
• In a bowl, combine potatoes, green pepper, celery, green onions, parsley, cucumber, 1/2 cup of the nuts and bacon, mix well In a small bowl, stir together mayo, vinegar, peanut butter, and curry powder, if desired.
• Pour over potato mixture and stir well.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until next day.
• Just before serving, stir well and garnish with remaining 1/4 cup nuts.