Description
Potato rosti is a delightful Swiss dish made from grated potatoes, fried until crispy and golden brown, often enjoyed as a side or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes (about 800 grams)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs
Instructions
- Peel and rinse the potatoes, then dry them with a kitchen towel.
- Grate the potatoes into thin shreds and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Mix grated potatoes with salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, add the potato mixture, and cook until golden brown on one side.
- Flip the rosti and cook the other side until crispy and golden brown.
- Transfer to a serving plate, slice, and serve warm with optional garnishes.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Gold for best results.
- Ensure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible for crispiness.
- Consider adding grated onion or garlic for extra flavor.
- For a crispy texture, avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Swiss
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Potato Rosti, Swiss Cuisine, Comfort Food, Side Dish