These delectable Oktoberfest side dishes will be a hit on your Oktoberfest menu.
The recipes for each Oktoberfest side dish are linked in the title of each side.
More ideas for authentic Oktoberfest food can be found here, as well as ideas for your Oktoberfest menu.
Check out my Oktoberfest Salads if you're looking to serve a salad as a side dish.
Jump to:
German Roasted Potatoes - Bratkartoffeln
Fried potatoes are a traditional German side dish that complements any Oktoberfest meal. They pair particularly well with this Bavarian pork roast with crispy crackling.
Bread Dumplings - Semmelknödel
Bread dumplings are an excellent choice for any dish that includes a delicious gravy like this Franconian pork roast.
Potato Dumplings - Kartoffelknödel
Potato dumplings are a delicious alternative to bread dumplings in any dish with a lot of scrumptious, rich German gravy like German goulash.
Red Cabbage - Rotkraut
German cuisine is well-known for its delectable cabbage dishes. Red cabbage, like sauerkraut, is a great healthy option for your meal and is a traditional side dish for sauerbraten.
Sauerkraut with Bacon - Speck-Sauerkraut
Bavarian sauerkraut is the ideal accompaniment to any Oktoberfest dish. It is best to prepare it a day ahead of time. It is one of these dishes that tastes best when reheated.
Authentic Spaetzle - Spätzle
Homemade spaetzle is always a special side dish to a traditional German meal. Leftovers of this delectable German pasta are perfect for making cheese spaetzle.
