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Imagine waking up to crispy potato goodness straight from the heart of Switzerland! Rösti is a simple yet majestic rendition of hash browns. It's all about the beloved potato, shredded into a delightful crispy cake. Rösti is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Typically served with a luxurious dollop of sour cream or a sweet note of applesauce to balance the flavors, this customizable dish can truly reflect your creativity and preference.
Peel and coarsely grate the potatoes.
Grate the onion and mix it with the potatoes in a bowl. This adds a subtle sweetness and moisture to the Rösti.
Wrap the potato-onion mixture in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This step is important for achieving maximum crispiness.
Season the mixture generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. You need enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet.
Add the potato mixture to the skillet, spreading it evenly to form a flat cake. Press down gently with a spatula to compact it.
Cook for about 12-15 minutes on one side or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the Rösti. Cook the other side for an additional 12-15 minutes, adding a bit more oil if necessary, until it is crisp and golden brown.
Once both sides are crispy, slide the Rösti onto a serving plate.
Serve hot, with sour cream or applesauce on the side, as desired.
