Roesti Swiss Hashbrowns

Crisp, golden, and delightfully simple, Roesti Swiss Hashbrowns are the ultimate comfort food, celebrating the humble potato in all its glory. This classic Swiss recipe combines parboiled grated potatoes with butter and a touch of seasoning, cooked to perfection for a crispy outer crust and a tender, flavorful interior. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward techniques, this dish comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Serve it warm, cut into wedges, and enjoy its versatile charm as a hearty accompaniment to eggs, meats, or fresh salads. Perfect for potato lovers and fans of crispy, golden hashbrowns, this recipe delivers authentic rustic flavors with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Potatoes (starchy, such as Russet)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and place them in a pot of cold water to prevent browning.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, then add the peeled potatoes. Parboil them for 5 minutes, then drain and allow them to cool completely.

Step 3

Once cooled, grate the potatoes using the largest holes of a box grater. Do not rinse the grated potatoes to retain the starch.

Step 4

Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible.

Step 5

In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the grated potatoes to the skillet, spreading them out evenly to form a flat, even layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 7

Cook the potatoes for 8-10 minutes, pressing down lightly with a spatula, until the bottom layer is golden and crispy.

Step 8

Carefully invert the Roesti onto a plate. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, then slide the Roesti back in to cook the other side for another 8-10 minutes, until golden and crispy.

Step 9

Once both sides are crispy and golden, transfer the Roesti to a serving plate.

Step 10

Cut into wedges and serve warm as a side dish or with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1277.2 grams (1277.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1688

Total Fat 62.50g	80%
Saturated Fat 30.60g	153%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 2445mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 257.40g	94%
Dietary Fiber 26.60g	95%
Total Sugars 11.80g
Protein 32.40g	65%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 156mg	12%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 6186mg	132%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 59.8%