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German Fleischsalat in a serving bowl with a spoon, fresh bread and butter in the background

Fleischsalat – Traditional German Meat Salad

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
A creamy German-style meat salad made with thinly sliced ham, gherkins, finely chopped onion, and mayonnaise. Perfect for spreading on toast or rye bread. Keeps well in the fridge and tastes even better the next day.
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup finely sliced ham 100g
  • 1 cup finely sliced sweet & sour gherkins 120g
  • 1 cup mayonnaise 250g
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 20g

Instructions
 

  • Slice ham
  • Slice gherkins
  • Chop onion
  • Add mayonnaise
  • Mix ingredients
  • Serve and enjoy

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Notes

  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days in a sealed container.
  • Serving suggestion: Spread on rye, whole grain, or sourdough bread with butter.
  • Curry ketchup: A popular topping in Germany. You can find my homemade version here.
  • Flexibility: Swap ham for Mortadella, Devon, or Strasbourg. Keep the meat, pickles, and mayo in equal proportions.