Classic Swiss Rosti
Golden, crispy, and irresistibly comforting, this **Classic Swiss Rösti** is the quintessential potato dish that celebrates simplicity and flavor. Featuring grated Russet potatoes pan-fried to perfection in butter, this traditional recipe delivers a golden-brown crust with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, it highlights the natural sweetness and earthiness of the potatoes. Quick to prepare with just 4 ingredients, this hearty rösti is perfect as a breakfast side, a base for savory toppings, or a standalone comfort food. With its rich color and rustic texture, this Swiss-inspired dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser, whether served at brunch or dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and place them in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. The potatoes should be slightly tender but still firm. Drain and let them cool completely.
Once cooled, grate the potatoes using the large holes of a box grater.
In a large non-stick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the grated potatoes evenly, pressing them down with a spatula to form a flat, compact layer.
Season the potatoes with salt and black pepper. Cook without disturbing for about 10-15 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully slide the rosti onto a plate. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Invert the rosti back into the skillet to cook the other side.
Cook for another 10-15 minutes until the second side is also golden brown and crispy.
Once finished, slide the rosti onto a serving platter. Cut into wedges and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2820 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.4 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 6749 mg | 144% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
