Erdäpfelsalat (Austrian-style Potato Salad)

Quite different from its North American counterpart, there's no mayonnaise to be found in this fresh, healthy salad. Instead, it's prepared with white wine vinegar, a bit of mustard, red onions, chives, and a dash of salt and pepper. Some recipes also include a bit of chicken or meat stock, so if ordering as a vegetarian or vegan you may want to ask if the salad contains any meat products.

This ubiquitous salad pairs beautifully with almost anything: schnitzel, sausages, fresh asparagus, or other seasonal vegetables. It's best enjoyed cold, although in the winter many restaurants serve it warm.

Where to Try It: Like schnitzel, Erdäpfelsalat is pretty ubiquitous, and most full-service restaurants will offer it as a side dish. The aforementioned Figlmuller restaurant (Wollzeile 5) makes an especially delicious and fresh version of this salad, making it a great stop for trying both Wiener Schnitzel and potato salad.