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Potato Rostis
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3.62 from 59 votes

Potato Rösti

Potato rösti’s are simple potato cakes that are crispy on the outside and almost creamy in the middle. They are the perfect snack on their own or as a base for a wide range of dishes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: Swiss
Keyword: black pepper, onion, potato, salt
Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

  • 2 large potatoes (waxy potatoes are best)
  • 1 white onion
  • 2 tbsp non-dairy butter
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  • Coarsely grate the potatoes and onion.
  • Season liberally with a good pinch of salt and a little pepper.
  • Squeeze out any excess moisture and form into patties.
  • Melt the non-dairy butter in a pan until sizzling.
  • Add the patties and press down lightly.
  • Fry the patties for 5 minutes by which point it should start to be forming a crisp base. 
  • Give the pan a shake to loosen the potato and prevent it from sticking. 
  • Cook for another 5 minutes or until it is golden and crisp.
  • Flip the patties carefully and add the rest of the non-dairy butter to the pan.
  • Cook for another 10 minutes or until that side is also golden brown and crisp.
  • Serve while still hot!

Notes

Not confident in flipping the rösti? Have no fear! My top tip is to slide the rösti on to a plate first before turning over into the pan.